How to take part in a debate


You can always find more detailed information in the methodology section of your text books, usually near the end of them.
In the meantime, take a look at this brief summary to help you take part in a debate.


In a nutshell...

  Agreeing :
  • Yeah, that’s for sure!
  • You’re totally right!
  • I couldn’t agree more!
  • Absolutely!

Conceding :
  • I see your point, but…
  • That's all very well but...
  • You may be right / It may be true but...
  • All the same, I think...
  Disagreeing:
  • That’s nonsense!
  • Rubbish!
  • Don’t be stupid!
  • No way!
  • In your dreams!
  • I don’t agree at all.
  • It’s out of the question!
  • You're completely mistaken!
  • You can't be serious!
  • You must be joking / kidding!
  • Come off it!