1. "Tell me, how do you feel about...?"
*"Tell me, how do you feel about the latest technologies in education? Do you think they can really change the way we learn?"*
This shows that you are interested in the other person's opinion and offers a topic for discussion.
2. "It seems to me that..."
*"It seems to me that artificial intelligence opens new paths for creativity, not just replacing routine tasks. What do you think?"*
This allows you to share your opinion without insisting on being right.
3. "Interestingly..."
*"Interestingly, some animals can see ultraviolet light. This changes our understanding of their world."*
This introduces an interesting fact, stimulating further discussion.
4. "Have you ever thought about...?"
*"Have you ever thought about how our dreams might reflect our deepest desires?"*
This encourages reflection and discussion.
5. "What do you think about...?"
*"What do you think about the influence of art on society? It can change perspectives and even politics, don’t you think?"*
This invites an exchange of opinions.
Phrases to Keep the Conversation Going
6. "This opens new horizons..."
*"This discovery in medicine opens new horizons for treating previously incurable diseases. Do you think this will change the future of healthcare?"*
Use this to show the potential of the topic being discussed.
7. "In my opinion..."
*"In my opinion, consumer culture has changed our idea of what is truly necessary for happiness. Do you agree?"*
This expresses your opinion while leaving room for dialogue.
8. "This makes me think..."
*"This book makes me think about how we perceive time and its impact on our lives. How has it influenced your perspective?"*
Demonstrates depth of thought and interest in discussion.
9. "There’s some logic in this..."
*"There’s some logic in the idea that studying history can prevent repeating past mistakes. Do you think that’s really the case?"*
Acknowledges the rationality of an argument, even if you don’t fully agree.
10. "Don’t you think that...?"
*"Don’t you think that modern art is more about challenging societal norms than aesthetics?"*
Engages the other person in reflection and exchange of opinions.
11. "Here’s something interesting..."
*"Here’s something interesting: many languages share common roots, which speaks to our shared origins. Don’t you find that fascinating?"*
Adds intriguing facts to the conversation.
12. "There’s something magical about..."
*"There’s something magical about how stars in the sky seem so close, yet they’re so far away. Doesn’t that make you feel a sense of wonder?"*
Adds poetry and emotion to the conversation.
13. "This challenges..."
*"This challenges our ideas about how the economy should work in the digital age."*
Shows your ability to critically analyze information.
14. "It’s important to remember that..."
*"It’s important to remember that each of us is responsible for the environment, not just governments and corporations."*
Emphasizes personal responsibility.
15. "This calls into question..."
*"This calls into question traditional teaching methods in light of new technologies."*
Use this to discuss innovations and their impact.
16. "Could it be that...?"
*"Could it be that our pursuit of eternal youth is driven by a fear of aging and death?"*
Opens up space for philosophical reflection.
17. "There’s a belief that..."
*"There’s a belief that social media creates an illusion of closeness while actually increasing our isolation."*
Leads to a discussion of social phenomena.
18. "It’s amazing how..."
*"It’s amazing how music can evoke such powerful emotions despite cultural differences."*
Highlights the universality of human emotions.
19. "In light of recent events..."
*"In light of recent events in the world of technology, should we be concerned about our privacy?"*
Allows discussion of current issues.
20. "This reminds me of..."
*"This reminds me of a time when books were the only source of information and imagination."*
Compares the past and present.
Phrases to Transition to a New Topic
21. "Moving to another topic..."
*"Moving to another topic, how important do you think environmental awareness is for modern people?"*
A smooth transition that shows your ability to structure a conversation.
22. "By the way, have you heard about...?"
*"By the way, have you heard about the new method of growing plants in space? It could change our understanding of agriculture."*
A great way to switch topics.
23. "In another area..."
*"In another area, do you think artificial intelligence is affecting creative professions?"*
A smooth transition to a new topic.
24. "Sorry to change the subject, but..."
*"Sorry to change the subject, but have you heard about the latest discoveries in genetics?"*
Shows politeness and interest in different fields.
Phrases to Conclude a Thought
25. "So, to sum up..."
*"So, to sum up, we can say that artificial intelligence offers new opportunities but also raises many questions."*
Use this to formulate conclusions.
26. "This is just my opinion, but..."
*"This is just my opinion, but I believe personal development is more important than material wealth. What do you think?"*
Shows openness to other points of view.
27. "Ultimately..."
*"Ultimately, it all comes down to how we use technology to improve life, not complicate it."*
Summarizes the discussion.
28. "This makes us think about..."
*"This makes us think about what it truly means to be human in the modern world."*
Encourages deeper reflection.
Phrases to Express Empathy
29. "I understand why you think that..."
*"I understand why you think that changes in education are necessary; the system really does need updating."*
Demonstrates empathy.
30. "I’m sorry to hear that..."
*"I’m sorry to hear about your difficulties at work. How are you coping with it?"*
Expresses sympathy.
31. "How do you deal with this?"
*"How do you deal with the constant pressure in your professional life? It must be tough."*
Shows attention to the other person’s feelings and situation.
32. "I can imagine how difficult it must be..."
*"I can imagine how difficult it must be to adapt to a new culture when moving to another country."*
Expresses empathy and understanding.
33. "You’re not alone in feeling this way..."
*"You’re not alone in feeling this way; many people experience stress from being constantly connected through mobile devices."*
Comforts and supports the other person.
34. "This must be challenging..."
*"This must be challenging—facing new challenges at work every day. How do you handle it?"*
Shows attention to the other person’s struggles.
Phrases for Cultural Exchange
35. "In your culture, is this done differently?"
*"In your culture, is this done differently? In Russia, for example, we have traditions that are very different from Western ones."*
Shows interest in cultural differences.
36. "In Russia, we say..."
*"In Russia, we say, 'Don’t get into someone else’s sleigh,' which means not to meddle in things that aren’t your business. Do you have a similar saying?"*
An opportunity to share cultural nuances.
37. "Is this different in your country?"
*"Is this different in your country? In Russia, for example, New Year celebrations are very long and festive."*
Opens up the possibility for cultural exchange.
38. "This reminds me of a custom..."
*"This reminds me of a custom in Russia—on Easter, we paint eggs and have competitions to crack them."*
Allows you to share unique traditions.
Phrases for Intellectual Discussions
39. "This reminds me of the theory..."
*"This reminds me of Einstein’s theory of relativity, where time and space are interconnected. Doesn’t this make you see the world differently?"*
Introduces scientific or philosophical ideas into the conversation.
40. "In the context of this question..."
*"In the context of this question, could we consider the impact of social media on teenagers’ mental health?"*
Deepens the conversation.
41. "This can be viewed from the perspective of..."
*"This can be viewed from the perspective of ecology—how our daily actions affect the planet."*
Offers an alternative viewpoint.
42. "This brings to mind the theory..."
*"This brings to mind the theory that all living things are connected through a single web of life."*
Shows your awareness of scientific topics.
43. "From this, it follows that..."
*"From this, it follows that our perception of reality may be heavily distorted by our own biases."*
Used for logical conclusions.
44. "This can be considered from the perspective of..."
*"This can be considered from the perspective of psychology—how our fears shape our behavior."*
Offers a new angle.
Phrases for Humor and Lightness
45. "You know what’s funny about this?"
*"You know what’s funny about this? We all take the weather so seriously, as if we can control it!"*
Adds lightness and humor.
46. "There’s something ironic about this..."
*"There’s something ironic about this—we strive for constant connection but lose the ability to be alone with ourselves."*
Subtle humor or irony.
47. "Imagine if..."
*"Imagine if we could teleport instantly—how would that change our perception of distance and time?"*
A light, imaginative approach.
48. "You know what’s amusing about this?"
*"You know what’s amusing about this? We all strive for the perfect home but forget that a perfect life isn’t about a perfect house."*
Adds humor and lightness.
49. "There’s something paradoxical about this..."
*"There’s something paradoxical about this—we fear aging, yet it gives us wisdom and experience."*
Adds a touch of irony.
50. "Imagine if we had the ability to..."
*"Imagine if we had the ability to communicate with animals—how would that change our relationship with nature?"*
Stimulates imagination and humor.
These phrases can be the key to deeper and more interesting conversations, allowing you to demonstrate not only your knowledge but also your empathy, creativity, and sense of humor.
*"Tell me, how do you feel about the latest technologies in education? Do you think they can really change the way we learn?"*
This shows that you are interested in the other person's opinion and offers a topic for discussion.
2. "It seems to me that..."
*"It seems to me that artificial intelligence opens new paths for creativity, not just replacing routine tasks. What do you think?"*
This allows you to share your opinion without insisting on being right.
3. "Interestingly..."
*"Interestingly, some animals can see ultraviolet light. This changes our understanding of their world."*
This introduces an interesting fact, stimulating further discussion.
4. "Have you ever thought about...?"
*"Have you ever thought about how our dreams might reflect our deepest desires?"*
This encourages reflection and discussion.
5. "What do you think about...?"
*"What do you think about the influence of art on society? It can change perspectives and even politics, don’t you think?"*
This invites an exchange of opinions.
Phrases to Keep the Conversation Going
6. "This opens new horizons..."
*"This discovery in medicine opens new horizons for treating previously incurable diseases. Do you think this will change the future of healthcare?"*
Use this to show the potential of the topic being discussed.
7. "In my opinion..."
*"In my opinion, consumer culture has changed our idea of what is truly necessary for happiness. Do you agree?"*
This expresses your opinion while leaving room for dialogue.
8. "This makes me think..."
*"This book makes me think about how we perceive time and its impact on our lives. How has it influenced your perspective?"*
Demonstrates depth of thought and interest in discussion.
9. "There’s some logic in this..."
*"There’s some logic in the idea that studying history can prevent repeating past mistakes. Do you think that’s really the case?"*
Acknowledges the rationality of an argument, even if you don’t fully agree.
10. "Don’t you think that...?"
*"Don’t you think that modern art is more about challenging societal norms than aesthetics?"*
Engages the other person in reflection and exchange of opinions.
11. "Here’s something interesting..."
*"Here’s something interesting: many languages share common roots, which speaks to our shared origins. Don’t you find that fascinating?"*
Adds intriguing facts to the conversation.
12. "There’s something magical about..."
*"There’s something magical about how stars in the sky seem so close, yet they’re so far away. Doesn’t that make you feel a sense of wonder?"*
Adds poetry and emotion to the conversation.
13. "This challenges..."
*"This challenges our ideas about how the economy should work in the digital age."*
Shows your ability to critically analyze information.
14. "It’s important to remember that..."
*"It’s important to remember that each of us is responsible for the environment, not just governments and corporations."*
Emphasizes personal responsibility.
15. "This calls into question..."
*"This calls into question traditional teaching methods in light of new technologies."*
Use this to discuss innovations and their impact.
16. "Could it be that...?"
*"Could it be that our pursuit of eternal youth is driven by a fear of aging and death?"*
Opens up space for philosophical reflection.
17. "There’s a belief that..."
*"There’s a belief that social media creates an illusion of closeness while actually increasing our isolation."*
Leads to a discussion of social phenomena.
18. "It’s amazing how..."
*"It’s amazing how music can evoke such powerful emotions despite cultural differences."*
Highlights the universality of human emotions.
19. "In light of recent events..."
*"In light of recent events in the world of technology, should we be concerned about our privacy?"*
Allows discussion of current issues.
20. "This reminds me of..."
*"This reminds me of a time when books were the only source of information and imagination."*
Compares the past and present.
Phrases to Transition to a New Topic
21. "Moving to another topic..."
*"Moving to another topic, how important do you think environmental awareness is for modern people?"*
A smooth transition that shows your ability to structure a conversation.
22. "By the way, have you heard about...?"
*"By the way, have you heard about the new method of growing plants in space? It could change our understanding of agriculture."*
A great way to switch topics.
23. "In another area..."
*"In another area, do you think artificial intelligence is affecting creative professions?"*
A smooth transition to a new topic.
24. "Sorry to change the subject, but..."
*"Sorry to change the subject, but have you heard about the latest discoveries in genetics?"*
Shows politeness and interest in different fields.
Phrases to Conclude a Thought
25. "So, to sum up..."
*"So, to sum up, we can say that artificial intelligence offers new opportunities but also raises many questions."*
Use this to formulate conclusions.
26. "This is just my opinion, but..."
*"This is just my opinion, but I believe personal development is more important than material wealth. What do you think?"*
Shows openness to other points of view.
27. "Ultimately..."
*"Ultimately, it all comes down to how we use technology to improve life, not complicate it."*
Summarizes the discussion.
28. "This makes us think about..."
*"This makes us think about what it truly means to be human in the modern world."*
Encourages deeper reflection.
Phrases to Express Empathy
29. "I understand why you think that..."
*"I understand why you think that changes in education are necessary; the system really does need updating."*
Demonstrates empathy.
30. "I’m sorry to hear that..."
*"I’m sorry to hear about your difficulties at work. How are you coping with it?"*
Expresses sympathy.
31. "How do you deal with this?"
*"How do you deal with the constant pressure in your professional life? It must be tough."*
Shows attention to the other person’s feelings and situation.
32. "I can imagine how difficult it must be..."
*"I can imagine how difficult it must be to adapt to a new culture when moving to another country."*
Expresses empathy and understanding.
33. "You’re not alone in feeling this way..."
*"You’re not alone in feeling this way; many people experience stress from being constantly connected through mobile devices."*
Comforts and supports the other person.
34. "This must be challenging..."
*"This must be challenging—facing new challenges at work every day. How do you handle it?"*
Shows attention to the other person’s struggles.
Phrases for Cultural Exchange
35. "In your culture, is this done differently?"
*"In your culture, is this done differently? In Russia, for example, we have traditions that are very different from Western ones."*
Shows interest in cultural differences.
36. "In Russia, we say..."
*"In Russia, we say, 'Don’t get into someone else’s sleigh,' which means not to meddle in things that aren’t your business. Do you have a similar saying?"*
An opportunity to share cultural nuances.
37. "Is this different in your country?"
*"Is this different in your country? In Russia, for example, New Year celebrations are very long and festive."*
Opens up the possibility for cultural exchange.
38. "This reminds me of a custom..."
*"This reminds me of a custom in Russia—on Easter, we paint eggs and have competitions to crack them."*
Allows you to share unique traditions.
Phrases for Intellectual Discussions
39. "This reminds me of the theory..."
*"This reminds me of Einstein’s theory of relativity, where time and space are interconnected. Doesn’t this make you see the world differently?"*
Introduces scientific or philosophical ideas into the conversation.
40. "In the context of this question..."
*"In the context of this question, could we consider the impact of social media on teenagers’ mental health?"*
Deepens the conversation.
41. "This can be viewed from the perspective of..."
*"This can be viewed from the perspective of ecology—how our daily actions affect the planet."*
Offers an alternative viewpoint.
42. "This brings to mind the theory..."
*"This brings to mind the theory that all living things are connected through a single web of life."*
Shows your awareness of scientific topics.
43. "From this, it follows that..."
*"From this, it follows that our perception of reality may be heavily distorted by our own biases."*
Used for logical conclusions.
44. "This can be considered from the perspective of..."
*"This can be considered from the perspective of psychology—how our fears shape our behavior."*
Offers a new angle.
Phrases for Humor and Lightness
45. "You know what’s funny about this?"
*"You know what’s funny about this? We all take the weather so seriously, as if we can control it!"*
Adds lightness and humor.
46. "There’s something ironic about this..."
*"There’s something ironic about this—we strive for constant connection but lose the ability to be alone with ourselves."*
Subtle humor or irony.
47. "Imagine if..."
*"Imagine if we could teleport instantly—how would that change our perception of distance and time?"*
A light, imaginative approach.
48. "You know what’s amusing about this?"
*"You know what’s amusing about this? We all strive for the perfect home but forget that a perfect life isn’t about a perfect house."*
Adds humor and lightness.
49. "There’s something paradoxical about this..."
*"There’s something paradoxical about this—we fear aging, yet it gives us wisdom and experience."*
Adds a touch of irony.
50. "Imagine if we had the ability to..."
*"Imagine if we had the ability to communicate with animals—how would that change our relationship with nature?"*
Stimulates imagination and humor.
These phrases can be the key to deeper and more interesting conversations, allowing you to demonstrate not only your knowledge but also your empathy, creativity, and sense of humor.