When you disagree with someone, you can first show that you understand their point, then share a different view. This can make your words less direct.
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Vocabulary in this episode
- acknowledge
You acknowledge the idea before explaining your own view.
You show that you have heard and understood the other person’s idea.
- soften the wording
These phrases can soften the wording, but they do not guarantee that your words will sound friendly.
Make the words seem less direct or strong.
- guarantee
These phrases can soften the wording, but they do not guarantee that your words will sound friendly.
Make certain that something will happen.
- I beg to differ
You may also hear, “I beg to differ.”
A polite-sounding way to say that you do not agree.