Speaking

Speaking Task 7: Expressing Opinions

Stock your toolkit with opinion phrases, reasoning connectors and emphasis words that let you state and defend a clear viewpoint in CELPIP Speaking Task 7.

How to use these words: Task 7 asks whether you agree or disagree with a statement. Open with a clear opinion phrase, back it with reasoning connectors (because, for instance, as a result) and finish with a confident restatement.

0 words & phrases·0 free·Study these with flashcards & quizzes →

Frequently asked questions

Should I give both sides of the argument in Task 7?⌄

Pick one side and defend it well. You can briefly acknowledge the other view, but a clear, well-supported opinion scores better than sitting on the fence.

How do I support my opinion convincingly?⌄

Follow each opinion phrase with a reason and a concrete example, using the reasoning connectors below to link them smoothly.

More Speaking vocabulary

Speaking Task 1: Giving Advice→Speaking Task 2: Talking About a Personal Experience→Speaking Task 3: Describing a Scene→Speaking Task 4: Making Predictions→Speaking Task 5: Comparing and Persuading→Speaking Task 6: Dealing with a Difficult Situation→Speaking Task 8: Describing an Unusual Situation→Speaking: Listen and Repeat→Speaking: Take an Interview→

← All TOEFL vocabulary bundles

Ready to practise for real?

Get exam-style questions, instant AI feedback on your Writing and Speaking, and a personalised path to your target CLB.

Create your free account →