How to Agree in English.
Agreeing in English
To agree: means to have the same opinion as someone. Agreeing in English typically involves expressing your consent or approval of someone else's statement, opinion, or action.
Agreement expressions
I agree.
I completely agree.
I strongly agree.
I couldn’t agree more.
You are quite right.
I think so.
You could be right.
That’s true.
I suppose so.
I would go along with that.
Absolutely.
So do I.
Definitely.
Me too.
Of course.
I also think so.
Sure.
I think you are totally right.
I feel that way too.
Exactly!
I see your point.
I agree with you wholeheartedly.
You're spot on.
It's important to note that the level of agreement can vary depending on the context and the level of formality. A stronger agreement phrase like "I completely agree with you" might be more appropriate in a formal setting, while "Yeah, that's right" might be more suitable for a casual conversation.
The verb agree can be used with some propositions like.
1. With + person/thing.
she agrees with Tim.
I agree with Jay.
I agree with you, the idea is good.
They agree with the article.
2. That+ statement
agree that is followed by a subject/verb +ING:
He agrees that they should buy a new computer.
They agree that global warming is caused by humans.
I agree that it is not important to buy expensive things.
We agree that she should study harder.
My mother agrees that washing hands before meals is important.
I agree that saving money is a good idea.
3. To+ verb.
She agreed to come with us.
They agreed to help me.
I agreed to give him some money.
He will agree to give me his phone.
4. On/About+ issue/ topic.
Anne and Sara agree about everything.
Sam and I agree about this article.
The students agree on how to do the project.
They agree on how to raise our children.
You can’t say I am not agree. say I agree because agree is a verb.
When agreeing with someone in English, it's also important to be mindful of your tone of voice and body language. Smiling, nodding, and using an enthusiastic tone can all help convey your agreement and show that you are engaged in the conversation. Additionally, using phrases like "I see where you're coming from" or "I understand what you mean" can help demonstrate that you are actively listening and trying to empathize with the other person's perspective.
When listening to a discussion between two individuals in English, you will often hear the listener say terms like certainly, of course, definitely, absolutely, and totally. Using these terms indicates that you are paying attention to the speaker, which will encourage him to continue speaking.
Examples.
Our new teacher is kind
Sure, she is so kind.
I liked this food.
Definitely, the food is delicious.
If you want to add anything or share your thoughts, you are more likely to say something like me too, I think so, I feel that way, or I agree. Frequently, the other person expects you to add something more to explain why you agree with him.
Advanced terms
That’s exactly what I was thinking.
I couldn’t agree with you more.
You’ve hit the nail on the head there.
I think you’re totally right about that.
Sometimes you don’t 100% agree with the other person, and you don’t want to argue with him. You have a slightly different point of view.
In these cases, you can say something like:
I don’t doubt you’re right.
You know more about this than me.
I understand what you’re saying.
I see what you mean.
I could be wrong about this.
I don’t disagree.
After that you would follow this with one of the following “but” statements (or something similar):
but what about...
but I would have thought that...
but don’t you think...
but in my experience...
but it seems to me…
but it could be that…
but maybe…
but isn’t…
but I still think…
So, for example, you might say:
I don’t doubt you’re right, but what about if we change the appointment? Could that work?
I don’t disagree that Tim was rude to you, but maybe he was just stressed.
I understand what you’re saying, but I would have thought we could use an e-dictionary instead of a paper one.
I could be wrong about this, but isn’t London the capital of The UK?
You know more about this than I do, but in my experience, Tomatoes are a fruit, not vegetables.
I see what you mean, but don’t you think that Italian food is better?
I understand what you’re saying, but I still think having a car is necessary.
These sentences ensure that you always seem polite, even if you don't think exactly like the other person. They can assist you to move the conversation ahead while also making it more interesting.
After that you would follow this with one of the following “but” statements (or something similar):
but what about...
but I would have thought that...
but don’t you think...
but in my experience...
but it seems to me…
but it could be that…
but maybe…
but isn’t…
but I still think…
So, for example, you might say:
I don’t doubt you’re right, but what about if we change the appointment? Could that work?
I don’t disagree that Tim was rude to you, but maybe he was just stressed.
I understand what you’re saying, but I would have thought we could use an e-dictionary instead of a paper one.
I could be wrong about this, but isn’t London the capital of The UK?
You know more about this than I do, but in my experience, Tomatoes are a fruit, not vegetables.
I see what you mean, but don’t you think that Italian food is better?
I understand what you’re saying, but I still think having a car is necessary.
These sentences ensure that you always seem polite, even if you don't think exactly like the other person. They can assist you to move the conversation ahead while also making it more interesting.
Agreeing with the positive statement
Agreeing with a positive statement in English involves expressing your agreement or approval with something that is positive or affirmative. Here are some common ways to agree with a positive statement:
Absolutely!
Yes, I agree!
That's great to hear!
I couldn't agree more!
That's fantastic news!
You're absolutely right!
I'm glad you think so too!
I'm totally with you on this!
I completely agree with you!
That's music to my ears!
1. Me too.
Examples:
1. A: red is my favorite color.
B: me, too.
2. A: I didn’t like this movie.
B: me, too. I think it is so boring.
3. A: I am from London.
B: me too.
2. so + auxiliary verb+ subject.
So am I.
So is he.
So were you.
So doI
So does she.
So did I
So will I.
So have I.
Examples:
A: I am happy. B: so am I.
A: he has a new car. B: so have I.
A: I like watching tv. B: so do I.
Agreeing with the negative statement
Agreeing with a negative statement in English involves expressing your agreement or acknowledgment that something is negative or untrue. Here are some common ways to agree with a negative statement:
That's true, unfortunately.
Yes, I agree, that's not good.
You're right, it's not ideal.
I'm afraid that's the case, yes.
That's a shame, but I agree.
I wish it weren't true, but it is.
Sadly, that's the truth.
It's not what I wanted to hear, but I agree.
When agreeing with a negative statement, it's important to acknowledge the negativity without being dismissive or overly critical. You can also show empathy by using phrases like "I know it's disappointing" or "It's not easy, but I agree". Additionally, using a calm and understanding tone can help convey your agreement and show that you are engaged in the conversation.
The structure "neither + auxiliary verb + subject" is often used to indicate that the speaker shares a negative characteristic or situation with someone else. Here are some examples:
A: "I haven't been to Paris."
B: "Neither have I."
A: "I can't swim."
B: "Neither can I."
A: "I didn't like that movie."
B: "Neither did I."
A: "I don't want to go out tonight."
B: "Neither do I."
A: "I haven't finished my homework yet."
B: "Neither have I."
A: "I'm not a fan of spicy food."
B: "Neither am I."
A: "I haven't seen the new TV show everyone's talking about."
In these examples, the speaker is using the auxiliary verb (have, can, did, do) and subject to indicate that they share a negative characteristic or situation with the other person. This structure is often used in informal conversation and is a quick and simple way to show agreement without repeating the entire sentence.
2. Me neither.
I don’t want to study today. Me neither.