This exercise will help you perform below functions in everyday life in English

• giving opinion
• not giving opinion
• asking opinion
• agreeing
• disagreeing
• contradicting
• expressing approval / disapproval
• likes / dislikes
• asking about likes/dislikes

Instructions:  

Group 1:

He’s angry with her, I think.

He’s quite popular among them, I feel.

It didn’t work, did it?

I always think cricket is much more exciting than football.

As I see it, he has no alternative but to resign.

I think you’re making a mistake.

I’m sorry, but I do believe this is an unfair decision.

He’s a good sort.

Wonderful film, wasn’t it?

I believe he was worried about something.

I don’t think so.

He thinks he can dictate to everybody.

If I were the judge, I’d hang them.

I thought it was very boring.

Surely, it can’t be that bad?

Well, if you ask me, he’s a lousy player.

Well, I don’t know about you, but I think it’s an excellent plan.

In my opinion, they treated him badly.

Personally, I think it’s no good talking to him.

He played very badly, didn’t he?

Well, I don’t want to be difficult, but I do feel we shouldn’t have done it.

She was a bit careless, wasn’t she?

I find he’s quite competent in his work, whatever they say.

think so.

In my opinion, the scheme is unsound.

It seems to me, he wanted to say something to her.

I do think that we should have said ‘no’ to them.

If he pays you back, you may consider yourself lucky.

It tastes funny, doesn’t it?

It’s silly to buy something you don’t like.

I feel we have no right to do it.

I don’t think you need to worry.

As far as I can see, this is a gang war.

I don’t feel he has understood it.

Well, I may be wrong, but I feel you shouldn’t have said that.

I don’t know enough to form an opinion about these things.

I don’t really know.

I have no strong opinion on matters like these.

I’m afraid I’ve no idea.

I’ve never been interested in politics, you know.

I don’t feel strongly either way, actually.

I’m not much good at these things.

Oh, who cares!

I don’t know much about sports, you know.

I’m not aware of all the facts, you know.

I don’t know enough about it, I’m afraid.

I’m afraid I don’t know.

That’s really outside my domain.

No comment.

Politics has never been of great interest to me, you know.

Group 2:

I can see both points of view.

Do you like her?

Do you think it’s going to rain?

What do you think about her dress?

Does it look very bad?

Do you feel that I should have accepted it?

How do you like this, then?

Was the lecture interesting?

Do you have any views on the suggestion they’ve made?

Don’t you think that this colour suits me?

How will it look if you mend it?

How about this, then?

Could I ask what your opinion is?

How do you feel about the way she behaved?

What did you think of the book?

What do you think of this?

What’s your opinion of your new boss?

Is this all right?

Do you think he was right?Do you think I ought to ring him up?

Wouldn’t you say that he had a strange look on his face?

Do you think this is all right?

How do you think I’d look in that dress?

Do you have any views about this proposal?

What’s your opinion about the stand he has taken?

Uh huh.

Sure.

Yes.

I know.

Yes, I’m afraid it was.

I agree with you.

That’s right.

Yes, I agree.

Yeah, sure.

Yes, I suppose so.

Absolutely.

I agree with that.

Of course.

How true.

Right.

Yes, I’m in favour of it, too.

Yes, I’m against it, too.

Yes, you have a point there.

Yes, it was superb.

I think so, too.

Of course not.

You’re right.

I believe so.

I quite agree.

It’d seem so.

You’re quite right there.

Group 3:

Quite right.

True enough.

Exactly.

Definitely.

Certainly.

I can’t help thinking the same.

Yes, it is.

I fully agree with you there.

I couldn’t agree more.

Yes, you’re absolutely right.

I don’t think so.

No, it isn’t.

I’m afraid I don’t agree.

No, that’s not correct.

Nonsense! I don’t think it’s true.

What nonsense!

I can’t really agree with you there.

Oh, surely not!

But it can’t be.

Oh, come on! You can’t be serious.

No, no, no. I don’t agree.

I’m sorry. I just can’t agree with you.

That’s not true.

You can’t mean that.

Oh no, I don’t agree with you.

Oh, come off it! You’ve got it all wrong!

It certainly isn’t.

I think you may be wrong there, you know.

I’m afraid I can’t agree with that.

Rubbish!

I’m not sure that I agree.

I’m not so sure about that.

No, I can’t accept that.

I’m not sure I’d go along with you there.

Oh no, not again!

I don’t think I can agree with you on that.

Why not?

I did not.

You’re joking, aren’t you?

Yes, with pleasure!

No problem.

All right.

Yes, certainly.

Yes, what can I do for you?

I’ll see what I can do.

Yes, OK.

Yes, of course.

OK then, sure.

Yes, sure.

By all means.

Group 4:

Sure, what is it?

That seems a splendid idea.

Yes, of course.

Yes, all right.

OK.

Yeah, great!

OK, that sounds fine.

Why not?

Sure!

I’d go along with you there.

I quite agree — you’re quite right.

That’s a good idea!

That’s just what I wanted to say.

Yes, that’d be very nice.

I suppose you’re right.

A good suggestion.

I think we’ll give it a try.

That’d be fine.

What a good idea!

It’s really no problem.

I’d like that very much.

All right, let’s do that.

Perhaps, you may have a point there.

Well, I suppose so.

Yes, I suppose so.

Well, maybe.

Yes, as far as I know.

No, I suppose not.

Yes, you could be right.

Yes, you may be right about that.

Well, you know, it’s a bit difficult, but I’ll try.

Oh well, I’ll give it a try.

Well, I suppose you’re right.

I don’t know much myself, but I could try.

Well yes, I’ll do it, if you like.

Perhaps you’re right about it.

Well, I’ll try, but I can’t promise anything.

Well, maybe you’re right about that.

I’m not so sure.

That’s easier said than done.

I’m not very keen on that, really.

I’m not sure that’d be wise.

Your idea sounds good, but I don’t think it’ll really work.

I’m not sure I’d go along with that.

I don’t think I’d go about it that way.

I don’t think that’s such a good idea, you know.

No, let’s try that one instead.

That’s very well for you to say.

No, don’t let’s put it off any longer.

We can’t do any such thing, and that’s that.

Group 5:

I’m not sure about that, actually.

I doubt if that’d work.

Your suggestion sounds fine in theory, but I don’t think it’d work in practice.

Yes, OK, but I should’ve thought that he was a hard worker.

Yes, but don’t you agree that he’s the best player we have?

I’m not sure I agree with you.

I’m afraid I disagree with you.

I think he’s a very good typist.

Well, yes, but don’t forget that it’s only a rough estimate.

I don’t think I’d go as far as that.

Oh, I wouldn’t say that exactly. After all, he’s only a beginner, isn’t he?

Well, you have a point, but he didn’t do it deliberately.

I think you may be partly right, but nobody could have expected such a thing to happen.

True, but how about all the good things he has done?

Yes, but wouldn’t you say that he was absolutely sincere?

Yes, but take the case of Manish. Didn’t he also do the same thing?

Yes, but what about yesterday?

I know, but did the figures tally?

I’m not really sure you’re quite right, you know.

You’re probably right, but is he telling the truth?

Perhaps, but don’t you think it was a bit odd?

Yes, you’re quite right, of course, but how can we convince him of it?

Don’t you think that’s a bit extreme, actually?

Yes, but the point is, it’s not a valuable item.

Do you think so? Actually, I found the book a bit difficult to understand.

Yes, that’s OK as far as it goes, but couldn’t he have sent her a telegram at least?

I don’t think I’d say that about him.

That’s quite true, but they couldn’t help it, could they?

Yes, many of them were not co-operative, but some of them were really helpful, don’t you think?

I see what you mean, but wasn’t it very kind of him to help us yesterday?

That’s not what I said.

There’s nothing in these rumours.

I’m quite sure I’d never have told you to do it.

I hate to contradict you, but I think you’re wrong.

She definitely hasn’t met me.

No.

I’m afraid that’s not what really happened.

Surely not.

But I did not do that.

No, I didn’t.

No, you haven’t told me.

That’s not what I intended, actually.

I hate to contradict you, but I didn’t say that.

I think you’re mistaken.

He wasn’t there, really.

Never.

No, there isn’t any milk left.

No. I’m afraid you haven’t.

Don’t be so ridiculous!

I hardly know her.

What you’re saying is absolutely wrong.

Group 6:

I certainly did not.

No, they couldn’t.

Actually, I don’t think they are.

I didn’t tell you to do it.

Nobody answered the phone.

That’s not true.

I do mind, but not too much.

He didn’t do it, actually.

Don’t be so silly!

There’s no sugar left.

I never saw her at all.

No, she hasn’t.

No, I really don’t mind driving.

I’m quite sure I never asked you to do it.

Surely you don’t believe that I said such a thing?

That’s a lie.

Well, actually I didn’t meet them.

I don’t think they have.

I said nothing of the sort.

Are you sure? I had the impression the staff all speak good English.

That’s absolutely ridiculous.

Excuse me, but that isn’t so.

No, that’s not what I meant.

He isn’t resigning.

That isn’t true.

I’m very happy about that.

Fine!

Great!

Very good!

Well done!

Excellent!

Right!

I’m happy with his work.

It’s very good indeed!

I’m happy about the whole idea.

I think he is quite right in saying that.

Good thing for you.

I’m glad of the chance.

This soup tastes very nice.

Quite right!

I rather like your friend.

This shirt looks well on you.

That’s fine!

I quite like your shirt.

What you did was right.

I think it’s a good idea.

I don’t think I’ve ever seen anything quite so good.

I’m very glad you said that.

I very much approve of the idea.

I’m in favour of that.

Group 7:

I do like your dress.

That was magnificent.

What you said was right.

I think they were quite right to reject it.

I have no objections

He played brilliantly, didn’t he?

I think it is a good thing that he has decided to do it.

I love the way you dress.

That’s a lovely dress you have on.

He’s quite an interesting person.

It’s really nice.

Oh, it’s delicious. You cook very well.

What a marvellous movie!

These are rather pretty.

You handled the situation very well.

It’s very pretty.

He’s a warm and friendly person.

She’s a very well-behaved girl.

Not bad, really.

It’s all right, I suppose. Only, it’s a bit bright.

Most of it was good, but some parts were rather dull.

It isn’t too good.

It’ll do for a start.

It was quite good on the whole.

It’s not bad at all, really.

It wasn’t a bad film, was it?

I think it would’ve been better if it hadn’t been so sweet.

I’ve seen worse.

It’s quite good, really, but it’s a bit loose for you, I think.

He may be very clever, but he can’t do anything practical.

Parts of it are OK, but on the whole, there’s much that you can do to improve it.

They look fairly good.

I didn’t think much of that movie.

It’s absolutely dreadful.

I think you behaved very badly towards them.

It isn’t up to much.

You shouldn’t say that.

I’m afraid I didn’t like that.

You shouldn’t have done it.

It’s entirely your fault.

I don’t like it, I’m afraid.

It’s all very well for you to criticize, but it doesn’t help the situation.

I didn’t enjoy it at all.

It’s a pity you didn’t bring it.

I didn’t find it interesting.

I can’t say I like it.

These people are really the limit!

That’s a bit old, isn’t it?

I can’t bear it.

I didn’t think the play was much good.

Group 8:

I can’t stand the sight of that fellow.

What an awful day!

I’m not in favour of that.

Good God! You look a mess!

I’d hoped you would’ve done better than this.

I don’t think that’s wise.

No one seems to give a damn about anything.

It’s not very nice.

Why on earth did you do that?

It was a bit boring.

Your hair looks a wreck, Mallika.

I thought the party was dreadful.

It’s much smaller than I thought.

Oh, the food was terrible.

It doesn’t taste very nice.

I didn’t think much of it, actually.

I don’t think you should’ve gone there.

It’s quite terrible.

I don’t think that’s advisable.

He complains too much.

This colour doesn’t suit you.

What dreadful weather!

I wish you hadn’t said that.

He has made a poor job of it.

I don’t think it’s a good idea, actually.

It’s absolutely disgusting.

You shouldn’t have gone there.

It wasn’t very good, really.

Her sari looks shabby.

I don’t like the way he speaks to me.

I was very disappointed by it, actually.

You look a fright!

Damned politicians. They’re all the same.

Surely you’re not going out looking like that?

That’s very faded, isn’t it?

It’s no good.

I’ve never seen such a mess.

What’s so awful is the way he speaks to me.

It doesn’t sound like a very good idea to me.

Terrible film, wasn’t it?

It isn’t good enough.

I’m not sure I like that colour.

It has a disgusting smell.

It doesn’t really suit you, you know.

I think you should’ve explained it to them personally.

It would’ve been better if you had refused it.

Don’t you think it would’ve been better if you’d brought him along?

Does it look a bit too small for you?

Did you have to be so tough with them?

Does it look a little faded?

Group 9:

Was it really necessary to look into all these things?

Do you think the other one would have been better?

Why did you do a thing like that?

Meet me in front of the Library at about 4.00.

I’ll meet you at 6 o’clock by the office.

Shall we meet at the station?

I’ll pick you up at the station.

I’ll collect you from there in half an hour.

OK, 6 o’clock in the book shop, then.

OK, we’ll meet for lunch, then.

I’ll pick you up at about 6.00.

I’ll come and meet you at the station.

Shall we make it 6.00 outside the church?

If it’s okay with you, I’ll come at about 8.

I’ll meet you at the bus stop next to the Town Hall.

Note: Pay special attention to the words before the first bracket.

Hang on a second (, I think I know his name).

Half a minute (, let me finish this).

Excuse me (, is there a hotel near here?)

Just a second (, where did you say he’s from?)

Half a second (, I’ll soon be ready).

Now listen to what I’m going to say.

Look (, if there’s something you want to tell me, why don’t you come back later?)

Listen (, Hasina’s been promoted).

Just a minute (, how much did you pay for this?)

Bear in mind that all this happened at night.

Wait a minute (, I think you’ve got it all wrong).

Now remember this.

I beg your pardon (, I didn’t hear you).

Now this is how it all began.

Shyam (, there’s a call for you).

Have a look at this photo.

Sorry to bother you (, but there’s something I want to show you).

Hey, Seema! (What are you doing here?).

Hey you (, come here!)

That’s the most magnificent performance I’ve ever seen!

You don’t say! You mean you made it?

Look at the building. Isn’t it beautiful?

I just adore this colour.

I’ve never seen anything like it!

You’re the prettiest girl I’ve ever seen!

Oh, that’s marvellous!

Ah, really wonderful!

It’s really wonderful!

It’s really something!

Isn’t that fantastic!

It’s quite extraordinary, really!

Oh, that’s lovely!

What a grand view!

Well, I never! That’s incredible!

Group 10:

Really fantastic!

It’s absolutely splendid!

That’s quite fantastic!

This dress looks really stunning on you.

Terrific!

What glorious roses!

Ah, super!

Oh, smashing!

Oh, lovely!

My!

Oh, it’s the most impressive speech I’ve ever heard!

I’ve never met anyone so attractive.

It’s very good.

I like that.

Splendid!

Great!

Wonderful!

Marvellous!

It’s very nice.

First rate.

She has a pleasant voice.

It’s the best film I’ve seen for a long time.

It was most impressive.

That’s an excellent idea.

These stripes make your shirt look smart.

I think it was first rate.

I haven’t tasted fish like that for a long time.

However did you do that?

Oh, you mustn’t miss this film.

It looks quite nice, doesn’t it?

I like the way you do your hair, Laila.

I think it was superb.

You certainly know how to draw.

The style of the dress is very good for you.

It’s not bad at all.

It’s a good thing you reminded me.

How nice you look!

You have a beautiful voice.

You look lovely.

You look very nice today.

I like your sari. The colours are terrific.

You finished it in record time. That’s great!

You always dress very nicely.

That dress really suits you.

Your shoes look nice.

How could you do it so quickly?

What a nice shirt!

That’s a splendid idea, Imran.

You’ve got a brilliant mind.

This sari really suits you.

Group 11:

You can’t have been married 25 years. You look so young.

You put a lot of extra effort into your work this weekend, Rupa. Otherwise, we wouldn’t have been able to meet the deadline.

You have a really nice way of putting things.

You look lovely with your hair short.

That colour does suit you.

You’re always so beautifully dressed, Mira.

That shirt really looks nice on you.

How could you figure out a solution so easily?

I love you in this sari.

This is just what I need.

This seems to be all right.

This is very good.

I think it’s just right.

It was okay, I suppose.

This is just what I meant.

This is exactly what I was looking for!

It’s OK now.

Well, isn’t that lovely!

That looks perfect.

This is just what I wanted.

I am happy about the way he did it.

Things seem to be going well.

This is very nice.

I’m very happy with his work.

This seems to look all right.

Aha, this is just what I had in mind!

Ah! Ah, yes!

No problems.

It’s going beautifully.

It couldn’t be better.

That’s absolutely right.

I’d like to make an appointment to see the Managing Director, please.

I’d like to make an appointment with Mr. Bhaskar, please.

How soon could I have an appointment?

Would Sunday evening be all right?

Five o’clock? Is there any chance of making it slightly earlier?

Is there any other time I could come tomorrow?

Can you give me an appointment on Thursday?

Next week would suit me best.

Is there any other time I could come tomorrow?

Could we arrange day after tomorrow, then?

Could I possibly come on Friday?

I’m sorry, I can’t come then.

Can I come earlier in the evening?

Can I come later in the morning?

Will Thursday or Friday suit you best?

I’d like to come in the morning, please.

Could I come on Saturday afternoon?

Could you manage Friday?

Can you make it 12 o’clock then, or would 3 o’clock be more convenient?

Group 12:

Tuesday will suit me best.

I’d like to make an appointment to see Dr. Narayan, please.

Yes, afternoon would do very well.

What about Thursday at 8.30?

Can you fit me in nearer the end of the day today?

Which day of this week will be more convenient for you?

Have you seen this?

Look between those two tall buildings.

Look at that.

Here’s the book you were looking for.

May I show you something?

There it is!

Look at that blue dress on display in the window.

Have you seen that?

What about this, then?

Here comes the bus.

Look at this.

Let me show you our album.

Look right where I am pointing.

Look at this picture.

What about that?

Look, here it is.

Is this the book she asked for?

I’m very glad to hear that, really.

Oh, that’s good news!

That’s very nice.

I’m very pleased for you.

It was such an interesting film!

How nice of you to come!

Mmm! I like music.

I like listening to music.

I love cricket.

I couldn’t have been more pleased!

I like football very much.

Oh, I’m pleased!

I’m really excited about getting this job.

Oh, what an interesting play it was!

We had pleasant weather in November.

I’m fond of cooking.

How wonderful!

I’ve very much enjoyed this trip.

It’s the most enjoyable film I’ve ever seen.

I like playing badminton.

That’s very nice to know.

That’s good to hear.

I do enjoy listening to Rafi.

Oh, it really is most interesting!

Congratulations!

It was such an enjoyable party!

How lovely!

Group 13:

I just can’t wait to tell her the good news.

This cake’s delicious!

I like playing cricket.

I’m quite keen on sport.

What enthusiasm they showed!

That was a very good film.

I like watching football matches a lot!

I’m very happy for you.

I really enjoyed my stay there.

That’s very nice to hear.

It’s really the most relaxing holiday I’ve ever had.

Oh, that’s good!

I’m glad to hear it.

I quite like fish.

I like my shirt a little loose.

I like Ajith very much.

I like reading.

It was such a pleasant journey.

Great!

I’m really looking forward to meeting them.

Fine!

What wonderful news!

I enjoy my job.

This flower has a very pleasant smell.

Wonderful!

I’m glad you’re doing so well, Seth.

Fantastic!

I’m really looking forward to the weekend.

Excellent!

What an interesting sight!

I’m delighted to hear this.

Well done!

I prefer lemon juice, I think.

I prefer my sleeves long.

I prefer to go out for a walk rather than to stay in.

I prefer swimming to cycling.

I have a preference for classical music.

Perhaps, it’d be better if I spoke to him myself.

I like a quiet place.

I think I’d prefer something a bit cheaper.

I prefer that one to this, actually.

If you don’t mind, I’d like to have a smaller one.

I really prefer cotton if you have something I might like.

I prefer reading, actually.

I’d much rather have it removed from there.

I’d prefer to have coffee.

Perhaps you have something like this in a lighter colour?

On the whole, I’d prefer to go to Ooty this year.

I like dogs more than cats.

The best thing to do would be to reject it.

Group 14:

They like it better there.

I think I’d like to have a red one.

Winter is my favourite season.

The best thing would be to say nothing about it.

I’d rather go for a film than sit here and watch the TV.

If it’s all the same to you, I’ll have my coffee black.

I’ve always wanted to go to America.

I’d rather not go by bus.

I like my coffee without sugar.

I’d prefer to go on a holiday.

I like black coffee best, I must say.

Something cold, please.

I like fish better than meat.

Drink? No, thanks. I’d rather not.

The best thing for us to do would be to tell him everything.

I’d rather like to remain in the house and read something.

I’d rather have you come here.

Is there anything he particularly likes?

Do you like it?

Would you like to go for a film?

How do you like it here?

Don’t you enjoy flying?

Do you think they’d like it if I do it?

Do you like the idea of spending all the time on the beach?

Is there anything she particularly dislikes?

I like the idea of it.

Don’t you like her brother?

What fruit do you like best?

What do you think he’d like doing?

Did you enjoy yourself at the party?

What about porridge? Does he like it?

Do you like playing tennis?

Is there anything he especially likes doing?

Would you like an apple?

What drinks do you like?

Do you think he’d mind if I do it?

Would you like to have lunch now?

How do you like this shirt?

What’s your favourite hobby?

What do you think he’d enjoy doing?

Don’t you like to see it again?

What kind of music do you like?

Is there anything he especially hates doing?

Do you like to sit in the middle?

Does he like swimming?

I prefer lemon juice, I think.

I prefer my sleeves long.

I prefer to go out for a walk rather than to stay in.

I prefer swimming to cycling.

I have a preference for classical music.

Group 15:

Perhaps, it’d be better if I spoke to him myself.

I like a quiet place.

I think I’d prefer something a bit cheaper.

I prefer that one to this, actually.

If you don’t mind, I’d like to have a smaller one.

I really prefer cotton if you have something I might like.

I prefer reading, actually.

I’d much rather have it removed from there.

I’d prefer to have coffee.

Perhaps you have something like this in a lighter colour?

On the whole, I’d prefer to go to Ooty this year.

I like dogs more than cats.

The best thing to do would be to reject it.

They like it better there.

I think I’d like to have a red one.

Winter is my favourite season.

The best thing would be to say nothing about it.

I’d rather go for a film than sit here and watch the TV.

If it’s all the same to you, I’ll have my coffee black.

I’ve always wanted to go to America.

I’d rather not go by bus.

I like my coffee without sugar.

I’d prefer to go on a holiday.

I like black coffee best, I must say.

Something cold, please.

I like fish better than meat.

Drink? No, thanks. I’d rather not.

The best thing for us to do would be to tell him everything.

I’d rather like to remain in the house and read something.

I’d rather have you come here. Which do you prefer? This one or that one?

Would you prefer something a bit bigger?

What do you prefer to read? Mysteries or other types of novels?

Would you rather have another colour?

Do you have any particular style or colour in mind?

Which of these books do you like best?

Would you rather have it here or in the dining hall?

Would you rather play tennis than go for a walk?

Which do you like best — the Honda or the Toyota?

Do you want to stay here or go?

How do you want your hair cut?

Would you prefer coffee or tea?

Would you like something in cotton, then?

Perhaps you’ll rather have a lighter shade of red?

Would Monday morning or Monday afternoon be more convenient?

Do you have any preference for yellow?

Which of these would you rather have?

We can either take a bus or walk, whichever you like.

What kind of style would you prefer?

I didn’t like it.

Group 16:

I hate it.

I don’t like him at all.

It was absolutely lousy.

I don’t like chicken very much.

Rotten!

I don’t like waiting for him like this.

It was shocking, really.

I hate doing it.

I dislike washing-up.

I don’t drink alcohol.

I thought it was very poor.

I don’t like watching television.

No good at all.

I don’t like the style.

I hate to do it.

I can’t stand cricket, but she likes it.

It was absolutely terrible.

I can’t bear sentimental films like this.

A waste of time, I must say.

Ugh! (pronounced in the same way as the vowel sound between ‘h’ and ‘d’ in “heard” and that between ‘l’ and ‘n’ in “learn”).

I dislike the very idea of it!

It was disgraceful.

I don’t like silk.

I’m not keen on swimming.

I didn’t think much of it.

I don’t enjoy going to the cinema.

It was awful.

I love shopping for clothes.

I don’t like being photographed.

I didn’t enjoy it.

I don’t like asking for help.

I don’t like high heels.

It was no good, really.

I hate to mix business with pleasure.

I’m not fond of football.

Very poor.

I didn’t like what she said.

It was absolutely dreadful, actually.

I dislike working late.

I can’t stand this loud noise — it gives me a headache.

Group 17:

He can drive.

I can drive a car, but not a lorry.

The door was stuck, but he was able to open it.

When I was your age, I could run a mile in 5 minutes.

He’s better able to do it than her.

He’s quite an expert at this sort of work.

She knows how to swim.

He finished the work on his own without help from anyone else.

He has ability, but he is lazy.

She’s capable of passing the exam if she tries harder.

He’s a good painter.

He’s a good carpenter.

Will you be able to come to the meeting tomorrow?

She’s good at guessing things.

I wouldn’t put it past him to do a thing like that.

You can do much better, I’m sure.

He has the ability to make decisions.

She can speak Spanish fluently.

You’re capable of doing better, you know.

He cannot do it without help.

She can’t speak Telugu very well.

He couldn’t understand a thing she said.

I’m sorry, I won’t be able to come.

I couldn’t answer her questions.

He won’t be able to type so fast.

She’s incapable of behaving rudely to anyone.

I wasn’t able to pass the driving test the first time.

He’s incapable of hard work.

He’s incapable of telling a lie.

He’s unable to help her.

I can’t swim as far as you.

I tried to move it, but I couldn’t.

I want to come, but I’m unable to.

I’ve never been any good at repairing things.

Do you agree?

Don’t you agree?

Don’t you think?

How about it?

Don’t you think so?

OK?

All right?

I don’t think we’re going to agree on this, are we?

Wouldn’t you agree?

Note: All question-tags (“is it”, “isn’t it”, “does it”, “doesn’t it”, “has it”, “hasn’t it?”, etc.) help you ask someone whether they agree with what you’re saying or not. (We’ll take up question-tags for detailed study in a later Lesson.)

Group 18:

I prefer lemon juice, I think.

I prefer my sleeves long.

I prefer to go out for a walk rather than to stay in.

I prefer swimming to cycling.

I have a preference for classical music.

Perhaps, it’d be better if I spoke to him myself.

I like a quiet place.

I think I’d prefer something a bit cheaper.

I prefer that one to this, actually.

If you don’t mind, I’d like to have a smaller one.

I really prefer cotton if you have something I might like.

I prefer reading, actually.

I’d much rather have it removed from there.

I’d prefer to have coffee.

Perhaps you have something like this in a lighter colour?

On the whole, I’d prefer to go to Ooty this year.

I like dogs more than cats.

The best thing to do would be to reject it.

They like it better there.

I think I’d like to have a red one.

Winter is my favourite season.

The best thing would be to say nothing about it.

I’d rather go for a film than sit here and watch the TV.

If it’s all the same to you, I’ll have my coffee black.

I’ve always wanted to go to America.

I’d rather not go by bus.

I like my coffee without sugar.

I’d prefer to go on a holiday.

I like black coffee best, I must say.

Something cold, please.

I like fish better than meat.

Drink? No, thanks. I’d rather not.

The best thing for us to do would be to tell him everything.

I’d rather like to remain in the house and read something.

I’d rather have you come here.

I don’t mind how we go — we can go by bus or by train.

We’ll sit anywhere you like.

Either one will be all right.

It really doesn’t matter to me.

I’m not particular.

You choose.

You decide.

It’s all the same to me.

Give me any of them.

I don’t mind — I’ll have either.

Whatever you like.

Either of them will do.

I’m easy.

Give me a book — any book will do.

Whichever you like.

Either will do — I have no preference.

I don’t care where we go.

It’s up to you.