For non-native English-speaking professionals, learning to express opinions in different ways is more than just a language skill—it’s a key to sounding more confident and fluent in the workplace.

When you stick to basic phrases like "I think" or "I feel," your language can start to feel limited or repetitive. This can unintentionally make you seem less confident or even less knowledgeable than you really are.

But by expanding your vocabulary and using a wider range of expressions, you can show stronger command of the language, which instantly boosts your credibility and authority in professional settings.

Think about it: saying “I believe” carries more conviction than “I think,” and “I propose” suggests you’re taking a proactive stance. These subtle changes can make a big difference in how your ideas are received.

Using a variety of expressions not only enriches the conversation but also helps you communicate more accurately and powerfully, showcasing the full depth of your thoughts.

If you want to go beyond the basics and elevate how you express opinions in English, try adding these alternative phrases to your vocabulary. Additionally, use the tips in this video to make sure your delivery also conveys confidence.

SHARING GENERAL OPINIONS

• In my opinion…

• I tend to think that…

• I suppose that…

• It seems to me that…

• I find that…

• As I see it…

• I believe that …

• I guess…

• I imagine that…

• To be honest…

• In my honest opinion…

• I’m pretty sure that…

• I think it’s fair to say…

• It seems to me that…

• Off the top of my head, I’d say that…

HIGHLIGHTING PERSONAL OPINIONS

• As far as I’m concerned…

• Personally, I feel that …

• As far as I know…

• I could be wrong, but…

• I’m not an expert, but…

• As I see it...

• Correct me if I’m wrong, but …

• For me…

• From my point of view…

• The way I see it is…

• I’m fairly confident that…

• I’ve always thought that…

• Personally speaking…

• I’m pretty confident that…

• If you ask me…

• To the best of my knowledge…

• As far as I'm concerned…

• I am of the opinion that…

• I can’t help thinking that…

• In my limited experience, I have found that…

BEING VERY SURE

• I’m absolutely convinced that…

• Quite frankly…

• I’m sure that…

• Without a doubt…

• Without a shadow of a doubt…

• I strongly believe that…

• I’m sure that…

• It’s obvious that…

• Anybody can see that…

• I have no doubt that…

• Obviously…

• I have no doubt that…

• I’m certain that…

• I strongly believe that…

• Frankly…

• I’m absolutely sure that…

• It’s clear to me that…

• I’m positive that…

• I definitely think that…

• There’s no doubt in my mind that…

These alternatives will not only enrich your language but also enhance the impact of your communication.

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