Understanding Special Expressions: Agreement & Disagreement

Single out ONE expression THAT is not positive statement.

• Me, too.

• You can say that again!

• I don't either.

• So do I.

Single out ONE expression THAT is not positive statement.

• You’re telling me!

• It certainly does.

• I’m with you.

• I'll say I don't!

Single out ONE expression THAT is not positive statement.

• Neither do I.

• I’ll say! I’ll say!

• You bet.

• You and I both!

Single out ONE expression THAT is NOT NEGATIVE statement.

• Neither do I.

• Isn't it!

• Who wouldn't?

• I don't either.

Single out ONE expression THAT is NOT disagreement.

• I’m afraid I don’t.

• I couldn't agree more.

• I can’t say I do.

• Not really.

Single out ONE expression THAT is NOT disagreement.

• Not necessarily.

• I’m afraid not.

• That’s not how I see it.

• I'll say I don't!

Single out ONE expression THAT is NOT disagreement.

• I don’t think so.

• Probably not.

• You can say that again.

• I can’t say I agree.

Single out ONE expression THAT is NOT disagreement.

• On the contrary …

• I don’t know how you can say that.

• That’s not what I think.

• You bet.

Understand whether the 2nd speaker agrees or disagrees with the 1st speaker.

Mary: These paintings are really fascinating!

John: Aren't they!

• These paintings aren't very interesting.

• John isn't fascinated by these paintings.

• John isn't sure how he feels.

• John finds these paintings quite interesting.

Understand whether the 2nd speaker agrees or disagrees with the 1st speaker.

Andrew: This meal is really delicious!

Betty: Isn't it!

• Betty doesn't like the meal too much.

• This food tastes wonderful to her.

• Betty is not sure if she likes it.

• Betty can't stand this meal.