Chapter 53
Participating in a Debate and Expressing Arguments
53.1 Introduction
A debate is a formal discussion where people express their opinions with strong reasons and examples.
In this chapter, you will learn simple English sentences to participate confidently in a debate and express arguments clearly.
53.2 Tips for Debating
- Speak clearly and confidently
- Support your opinion with reasons
- Respect others’ views
- Stay calm and polite
53.3 50 Sentences for Debate and Arguments
- 1. I strongly believe this point is correct.
- 2. I would like to support this argument.
- 3. I respectfully disagree with this view.
- 4. Let me explain my point.
- 5. I have a strong reason for this.
- 6. This argument is based on facts.
- 7. I would like to add another point.
- 8. My opinion differs from yours.
- 9. Please allow me to speak.
- 10. This example supports my argument.
- 11. I agree with some points.
- 12. I disagree due to these reasons.
- 13. This is an important issue.
- 14. I would like to clarify my stand.
- 15. Let us look at the facts.
- 16. I stand firmly by my opinion.
- 17. This argument is logical.
- 18. I request you to consider this.
- 19. My point is simple and clear.
- 20. I would like to conclude my argument.
- 21. This argument has strong support.
- 22. I completely agree with this statement.
- 23. I politely oppose this idea.
- 24. This issue affects everyone.
- 25. Let me give an example.
- 26. I would like to highlight this point.
- 27. This is a valid concern.
- 28. I disagree respectfully.
- 29. My argument is based on experience.
- 30. I support this motion.
- 31. I oppose this motion.
- 32. This argument makes sense.
- 33. I request your attention.
- 34. Let us think practically.
- 35. This point cannot be ignored.
- 36. I have explained my view.
- 37. I welcome counter-arguments.
- 38. This strengthens my argument.
- 39. I stand against this idea.
- 40. I support this idea fully.
- 41. This is my final argument.
- 42. I respect all opinions.
- 43. Let us agree to disagree.
- 44. I have made my point clear.
- 45. Thank you for listening.
- 46. I speak in favor of this topic.
- 47. I speak against this topic.
- 48. My argument is logical.
- 49. This debate is important.
- 50. I conclude my debate.
53.4 Exercise — Practice
Section 1 — Fill in the Blanks
- I ______ agree with this point.
- My argument is based on ______.
- strongly
- facts
Section 2 — True or False
- Debates require respect. (True / False)
- Arguments should be rude. (True / False)
- True
- False
Section 3 — Choose the Correct Sentence
- (I shout loudly / I speak politely)
- (I respect opinions / I ignore others)
- I speak politely
- I respect opinions
Section 4 — Short Answer
- Write one sentence to start a debate.
I would like to present my argument on this topic.