Opinions · part 3 — giving reasons

Recommend something and back it up with reasons.

何かをすすめて、理由で裏付けられるようになりましょう。

Key English phrases

I'd recommend ~.
You should try ~ because ~.
It's better than ~.
Trust me!

Example conversation

AI want to read more. Any recommendations?
BI'd recommend mystery novels. They're really exciting.
AHmm, are they better than fantasy?
BIn my opinion, yes — you should try one because they're hard to put down.
AOkay, I'll give it a try.
BTrust me, you'll love it!

In context

When a friend asks for a recommendation, I give a reason. I don't just say 'try yoga' — I say, 'You should try yoga because it's great for stress.' A good reason helps people decide. I might add, 'It's better than the gym for me,' and finish with, 'Trust me, you'll love it!' Reasons make a recommendation strong. What would you recommend to me?

When to use it · practice

Drew wants a hobby recommendation. Recommend one and give a reason.
Drewが趣味のおすすめを欲しがっています。１つすすめて、理由を言いましょう。
Compare two options for Drew. Say which is better and why.
Drewのために2つの選択肢をくらべましょう。どちらが良いか、その理由を言いましょう。
Convince Drew to try it. Reassure him.
Drewに試すよう説得しましょう。安心させましょう。

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