Opinions and negotiations

Opinions et négociations

Express your opinion
Learn basic phrases to discuss viewpoints

This lesson on "Opinions and negotiations" helps you discuss films, choose restaurants, and share ideas at work using useful expressions like "avoir un avis" (to have an opinion), "prfcrf2fe9rer" (to prefer), and "ne9gocier" (to negotiate) in everyday conversations.

Vocabulary (17)

Student worksheet

Share Copied!

La situation

The situation Show

Le débat

The debate Show

Une opinion

An opinion Show

Un argument

An argument Show

La proposition

The proposal Show

Le désaccord

The disagreement Show

Persuasif

Persuasive Show

Convaincant

Convincing Show

Respecteux

Respectful Show

Convaincre

To convince Show

Négocier

To negotiate Show

Avoir une opinion

To have an opinion Show

Donner son avis

Giving your opinion Show

Partager son idée

Sharing his idea Show

Le discours

The speech Show

Une analyse

An analysis Show

Agir

To act Show

Exercises

Student worksheet

Share Copied!

These exercises can be done together during conversation lessons or as homework.

Exercise 1: Dialogue Cards

Instruction: Select a situation and practice the conversation with your teacher or fellow students.

Discuter d'un film récent

Example 1

Moi, j'ai trouvé ce film très intéressant.

I found this movie very interesting.

Je ne suis pas sûr, je pense qu'il était un peu long.

I'm not sure, I think it was a bit long.

Tu as peut-être raison, mais j'ai aimé l'histoire.

You may be right, but I liked the story.

Oui, le scénario est bien écrit.

Yes, the script is well written.

Pour moi, c'est le meilleur film de l'année.

For me, it's the best movie of the year.

Et toi, quel est ton avis ?

And you, what's your opinion?

Example 2

J'ai adoré la musique dans ce film.

I loved the music in this movie.

Je n'aime pas trop, c'était un peu fort à mon goût.

I don't like it much, it was a bit loud for my taste.

Je comprends, mais la musique crée l'ambiance.

I understand, but the music creates the atmosphere.

C'est vrai, ça aide à ressentir les émotions.

That's true, it helps to feel the emotions.

En général, je préfère ce genre de films.

In general, I prefer this kind of movies.

Nous avons des avis différents, mais c'est intéressant.

We have different opinions, but it's interesting.

Choisir un restaurant pour dîner

Example 1

Tu préfères un restaurant italien ou français ?

Do you prefer an Italian or French restaurant?

Je préfère la cuisine française ce soir.

I prefer French cuisine tonight.

D'accord, je connais un bon bistro près d'ici.

Okay, I know a good bistro nearby.

Parfait, j'adore la cuisine française.

Perfect, I love French cuisine.

Alors, on y va ?

So, shall we go?

Oui, allons-y !

Yes, let's go!

Example 2

Je pense qu'un restaurant avec une terrasse serait agréable.

I think a restaurant with a terrace would be nice.

Je suis d'accord, c'est mieux quand il fait beau.

I agree, it's better when the weather is nice.

Mais le restaurant italien a aussi un bon menu.

But the Italian restaurant also has a good menu.

C'est vrai, mais j'aime aussi le cadre du français.

That's true, but I also like the atmosphere of the French one.

On peut essayer le français cette fois.

We can try the French this time.

Bonne idée, je suis d'accord avec toi.

Good idea, I agree with you.

Donner son avis sur une idée au travail

Example 1

Je crois que cette idée peut améliorer notre service.

I believe this idea can improve our service.

Oui, mais je pense que le coût est un problème.

Yes, but I think the cost is a problem.

C'est possible, mais les bénéfices peuvent compenser.

That's possible, but the benefits can outweigh it.

D'accord, peut-être qu'on doit analyser davantage.

Okay, maybe we need to analyze it further.

Tu as raison, une étude plus approfondie aiderait.

You're right, a more detailed study would help.

Qu'en penses-tu ?

What do you think?

Example 2

Pour moi, cette solution est trop compliquée.

For me, this solution is too complicated.

Je comprends, mais elle est efficace.

I understand, but it is effective.

Peut-être, mais la simplicité est importante aussi.

Maybe, but simplicity is important too.

Je suis d'accord, il faut un bon équilibre.

I agree, we need a good balance.

On devrait demander l'avis de l'équipe.

We should ask the team's opinion.

Bonne suggestion, c'est important d'écouter tout le monde.

Good suggestion, it's important to listen to everyone.

Exercise 2: Multiple Choice

Instruction: Choose the correct solution

1. Nous ____ les conditions du contrat hier.

2. Ils ____ rapidement pour résoudre le problème.

3. Tu ____ un salaire plus élevé avec ton employeur.

4. Elle ____ avec beaucoup de respect pendant la réunion.

Exercise 3: Negotiation at Work

Instruction:

Hier, pendant la réunion, j' (Partager - Passé composé) (Exprimer - Passé composé) mon idée sur le nouveau projet. Mon collègue, qui n'était pas d'accord, (Exprimer - Passé composé) (Agir - Passé composé) son opinion avec respect. Nous (Agir - Passé composé) (Négocier - Passé composé) calmement pour trouver un compromis. Ensuite, nous (Négocier - Passé composé) (Convaincre - Passé composé) les conditions de travail afin que tout le monde soit convaincu. Finalement, nous (Convaincre - Passé composé) (No hint) le chef de valider notre proposition.

Yesterday, during the meeting, I shared my idea about the new project. My colleague, who disagreed, expressed his opinion with respect. We acted calmly to find a compromise. Then, we negotiated the working conditions so that everyone was convinced. Finally, we convinced the boss to approve our proposal.

Verb Tables

Partager - Share

Passé composé

j'ai partagé
tu as partagé
il/elle/on a partagé
nous avons partagé
vous avez partagé
ils/elles ont partagé

Exprimer - Express

Passé composé

j'ai exprimé
tu as exprimé
il/elle/on a exprimé
nous avons exprimé
vous avez exprimé
ils/elles ont exprimé

Agir - Act

Passé composé

j'ai agi
tu as agi
il/elle/on a agi
nous avons agi
vous avez agi
ils/elles ont agi

Négocier - Negotiate

Passé composé

j'ai négocié
tu as négocié
il/elle/on a négocié
nous avons négocié
vous avez négocié
ils/elles ont négocié

Convaincre - Convince

Passé composé

j'ai convaincu
tu as convaincu
il/elle/on a convaincu
nous avons convaincu
vous avez convaincu
ils/elles ont convaincu

Grammar Share Copied!

It's not the most exciting thing, we admit, but it’s absolutely essential (and we promise it'll pay off)!

Verb conjugation tables for this lesson

Student worksheet

Share Copied!

Négocier to negotiate Share Copied!

passe_compose

French	English
(je/j') ai négocié	I negotiated
(tu) as négocié	you negotiated
(il/elle/on) a négocié	he/she/one negotiated
(nous) avons négocié	we negotiated
(vous) avez négocié	You negotiated
(ils/elles) ont négocié	They negotiated

Exercises and examples phrases

Agir to act Share Copied!

passe_compose

French	English
(je/j') ai agi	I acted
(tu) as agi	you acted
(il/elle/on) a agi	he/she/one acted
(nous) avons agi	we acted
(vous) avez agi	You acted
(ils/elles) ont agi	they acted

Exercises and examples phrases

Don't see progress when learning on your own? Study this material with a certified teacher!

Do you want to practice French today? That is possible! Just contact one of our teachers today.

Enroll now!

Overview of the Lesson: Opinions and Negotiations in French

This A2-level lesson focuses on expressing opinions and practicing negotiations in everyday and professional contexts in French. It includes dialogues on discussing a recent movie, choosing a restaurant, and giving opinions during a work meeting, offering practical phrases and expressions to communicate viewpoints effectively.

Key Lesson Content

Expressing opinions: Useful sentences for sharing likes, dislikes, and preferences, such as "Moi, j'ai trouvé ce film très intéressant" or "Je ne suis pas sûr, je pense qu'il était un peu long."
Negotiation phrases: Language to discuss choices and reach agreements, as seen in restaurant selection or workplace proposals.
Past tense verb practice: Focus on the passé composé of common verbs like "négocier," "agir," "partager," and "exprimer," essential for describing completed actions.
Contextual dialogues: Realistic scenarios help learners practice natural exchanges in French.

Highlighted Vocabulary and Expressions

négocier (to negotiate)
agir (to act)
exprimer (to express)
convaincre (to convince)
Useful opinion phrases: "Je préfère...", "Je suis d'accord", "Tu as peut-être raison"

Differences Between English and French in Expressing Opinions and Negotiations

In French, expressing opinions often involves the use of phrases like "Je trouve que..." or "Je pense que...", which directly translate to "I find that..." or "I think that..." but are more commonly used in French conversational speech. Negotiations in French also emphasize politeness and often include phrases agreeing with part of another’s opinion before expressing a differing view, e.g., "Tu as peut-être raison, mais..." (You might be right, but...). This softening is less formalized in English.

Important phrases to remember include:

Donner son avis – To give one's opinion;
Être d'accord – To agree;
Exprimer un désaccord – To express disagreement politely;
Négocier les conditions – To negotiate terms.

These expressions help navigate discussions smoothly and respectfully, essential skills in both casual and professional French conversations.

Vocabulary (17)

Student worksheet

Share Copied!