Meaning
In my opinion is a phrase people use in speech and writing before expressing something that is their belief or viewpoint. One’s viewpoint is not necessarily a fact and may be open to dispute.
Today’s Sentences
- In my opinion, reading is a good hobby.
- In my opinion, coffee is the best for caffeine.
- In my opinion, Paris is the most beautiful city.
- In my opinion, climate change is a global issue.
- In my opinion, chocolate is the best flavor of ice cream.
- Writer’s Note
01
In my opinion, reading is a good hobby.
Situation 1
I need something new to do on the weekends.
In my opinion, reading is a good hobby.
Can you suggest some good reads?
Sure.
I’ll send you a list of books that were helpful for me.
Situation 2
I feel like everything is so digitalized nowadays.
In my opinion, reading is a good hobby.
I still believe in the reading experience.
I agree.
But I think a lot of people are turning back to the analog way of enjoying things.
02
In my opinion, coffee is the best for caffeine.
Situation 1
I need something to wake me up in the mornings.
In my opinion, coffee is the best for caffeine.
Really?
I always wonder how much caffeine I drink in a cup of coffee.
Well, they say 80 to 100 mg of caffeine for a cup of 8 oz. coffee.
Situation 2
Do you enjoy the taste of coffee?
In my opinion, coffee is the best for caffeine.
I never understood when people express their love for coffee.
To be honest, I don’t think it tastes too great. I drink it for the caffeine.
03
In my opinion, Paris is the most beautiful city.
Situation 1
Of all the places you’ve traveled, which city or country did you enjoy the most?
In my opinion, Paris is the most beautiful city.
I’d love to visit France one day.
I hear such beautiful stories about others’ travels there.
I’d go back every year if I could.
Situation 2
Do you remember where the Olympics were held?
I believe they were held in Paris.
I think you’re right.
In my opinion, Paris is the most beautiful city.
04
In my opinion, climate change is a global issue.
Situation 1
Did you see the news this morning?
No, I didn’t.
There were thousands of dead fish that washed up on the beaches of Japan.
In my opinion, climate change is a global issue.
Years of neglect and overuse of the ocean causes strange events like these.
Situation 2
Isn’t it supposed to be winter?
It is.
But it’s been really warm all year.
In my opinion, climate change is a global issue.
I agree.
I can’t help but wonder just how much warmer the earth can get before the ocean starts to boil.
05
In my opinion, chocolate is the best flavor of ice cream.
Situation 1
What’s your flavor?
In my opinion, chocolate is the best flavor of ice cream.
I always liked the fruitier versions.
You should try the chocolate here, it’s really rich and creamy.
Situation 2
How come you always order the same thing?
In my opinion, chocolate is the best flavor of ice cream.
Really?
My favorite is strawberry.
I guess everyone has their go-to flavor.
Writer’s Note
Did you know that you can omit ‘In my opinion‘ without changing the overall meaning of the sentence? So why use it anyway? Well, we use the add-on In my opinion to offer a personal opinion to something we have said or are going to say. In other words, we reduce our statement to a personal point of view regardless of what is factual.
In my opinion can be used at the beginning of a sentence or at the end of a sentence.
- In my opinion, the convicted felon is actually innocent.
- In my opinion, French food is the most exquisite in all aspects including flavor, texture, quality, and ingredients.
- In my opinion, he is still in love with her.
- She needs to spend less time online and more time with her family, in my opinion.
- They should stop eating fast food and try to incorporate colorful food, in my opinion.
- A good pair of speakers can make your listening experience so much more enjoyable, in my opinion.
Try omitting the ‘in my opinion’ add-on and see that it doesn’t change the meaning of the sentence! You’re doing great and don’t forget that we’re here as your study buddy.👍👍👍
