If you disagree with someone, it can often be difficult to express your point of view without offending that person. At the same time, it is important to express your honest opinion. Here are five ways to politely disagree without offending the person you`re talking to. Pretend you`re not sure you agree. This is a common way in which people in the UK disagree. Phrases like “I`m not sure I agree with you” or “I don`t think I have the same opinion as you” really mean “I don`t agree.” Acknowledge the other person`s opinion before you disagree. Make sure you understand what the other person is saying and that it is a valid argument before you disagree. This shows that you are listening to the other person and makes your argument stronger. To do this, you can use phrases such as the following: Use an apology to present your disagreement. This is another way to make your disagreement more polite, but can mitigate the impact of your argument. For example: Don`t just say the other person is wrong.
Instead, add a reason why another idea might be right. It hurts when you`re told you`re wrong, but finding something new and useful is a more positive experience, even if you don`t agree with the answer. So, what do you think of these methods of disagreeing with a person? Do they work for you or do we have to agree to disagree? Agree to disagree. It`s a useful way to end an argument where you know no one will ever agree. For example, if you discuss politics or even football teams. When you say, “Let`s agree to disagree,” you acknowledge that you will never agree with the other person on that particular topic and that you may discuss other topics instead. “I`m sorry, but I don`t agree with you.” What made you disagree? Please let us know where you read or heard it (including the quote if possible). “Agree to disagree,” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/agree%20to%20disagree. Accessed December 1, 2020. “I understand where you come from, but.. “.