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Opinions & Discussion

Agree, disagree and hedge: the language of a meeting, an essay, and the N3 reading section.

13 words 6 grammar N3

Sample dialogue

Now then, please let us hear everyone's opinion on the new system.

I am in favour. The reason is that it reduces the burden on staff.

I do not think spending the money necessarily means there will be an effect.

So what you mean is that we cannot decide without confirming the effect.

Exactly. It is not that I am against it — it is a question of order.

If we were to start next month, would the preparations be ready in time?

Despite there not being enough time, some teams have already begun.

Then let us each summarise our position by next time and discuss it again.

Key vocabulary

Grammar you'll need

That is why 〜わけだ

The window is open. No wonder it is cold.

About / concerning 〜について

I am researching Japanese culture.

In spite of 〜にもかかわらず

In spite of the rain, a great many people gathered.

Unless 〜ないことには

I cannot tell unless I actually see it.

Supposing 〜としたら

Supposing you won the lottery, what would you buy?

Not necessarily 〜とは限らない

Expensive things are not necessarily good.