Opinions · part 1 — strong opinion

State a bold opinion with conviction.

強い意見を、自信を持って言い切れるようになりましょう。

Key English phrases

If you ask me, ~.
Hands down, ~.
I'll stand by that.
There's no contest.

Example conversation

ABest season for hiking — go.
BAutumn, hands down. There's no contest, if you ask me.
AStrong opinion! Why autumn?
BCool air, golden leaves, no crowds. I'll stand by that.
AYou make a good case.
BI always do when it comes to the outdoors!

In context

When I really believe something, I say it with conviction. If you ask me, autumn is the best season for hiking, hands down — there's no contest. Cool air, golden trees, and no summer crowds. People might disagree, and that's fine, but I'll stand by my opinion. A strong, confident opinion makes for a much more fun debate than a wishy-washy 'they're all good, I guess.' What's a hobby opinion you'll stand by?

When to use it · practice

Drew asks for your bold opinion. State it with conviction.
Drewが大胆な意見を求めます。確信を持って言い切りましょう。
Back up your view. Say you'll stand by it.
意見を裏付けましょう。「その意見は曲げない」と言いましょう。
Leave no doubt. Say there's no contest.
迷いを残さないように。「比べるまでもない」と言いましょう。

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