How to agree and disagree in English

Here are some words and phrases we can use when we agree or disagree with what someone has said.

Firstly, let's look at the meaning of the verbs agree and disagree.

It has a few meanings:

1. To have the same opinion

I agree that children should not be allowed to watch this movie.

I agree with you. Autumn is the best time of the year.

2. To decide something together

They agreed to go to Bali for their holiday.

We agreed to meet at the park for a picnic.

3. To accept a suggestion or idea

I agree to lend you the money, but just until you get paid.

'Disagree' means to have a different opinion from someone else.

I think this is a good idea, but I strongly disagree.

The doctors disagreed with each other.

Take a look at how we can express agreement and disagreement on a scale with the following words and phrases. Under phrases related to disagreement, note how the use of the preposition 'but' signals that you don't agree with what's being said.

Agree strongly

• I totally agree
• Definitely
• Absolutely
• I’m sure
• I couldn't agree more

Agree

• I agree
• I think so
• I guess so
• I suppose so
• I think you're right

Not Sure

• Maybe
• Possibly
• Perhaps
• I'm not sure about that

Disagree

• I understand but.
• That's a good point but.
• I can see your point of view but.
• I see what you're getting at but.

Disagree strongly

• I completely disagree
• Definitely not
• I don’t think so
• That's not true at all
• We'll have to agree to disagree

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