10 Phrases for Agreeing

1. Exactly.

2. Absolutely.

3. That's so true.

4. That's for sure.

5. I agree 100%.

6. I couldn't agree with you more.

7. That's exactly what I think/That's exactly how I feel.

8. Tell me about it!/You're telling me!

9. I'll say!

10.I suppose so.

(use this phrase for weak agreement - you agree, but reluctantly)

Note: Avoid the common error of saying "I'm agree" - the correct phrase is "I agree" or "I'm in agreement" - the second one is more formal.

5 Ways to say someone is correct

1. That's right.

2. That's spot on.

3. You've hit the nail on the head./. You've nailed it.

4. I suppose so.

(use this when you agree, but you are not completely convinced)

5. I'm afraid you're right.

(use this in response to bad news, to say the bad news is correct)

10 Ways to Encourage Someone (10 façons d'encourager quelqu'un)

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1. Keep up the good work!

2. That was a nice try. (say this after someone made a good effort but failed)

3.That's a real improvement.

4. You're on the right track.

5. You've almost got it.

6. You're doing great.

7. Don't give up!/Hang in there!

8. You can do it!

9. Give it your best shot. (best shot = best try, best effort).

10. Nice job! / You did great! (after the person has done something good)

Five ways to make a suggestion.

1. How about....(ex. trying something new)?

2. Why don't you...(ex. talk to your boss)?

3. Maybe we should...(ex. do more research).

4. I'd recommend....(ex. going to the doctor).

5. Have you thought about....(ex. buying a new computer)?