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Describing your opinion
However, it might be possible that ...
I'll give you an example
Maybe I can answer your question by telling you about a personal experience I had.
That's an interesting question ...
That's partly true ...
Let me see. Well, I suppose that ...
Well, I think there are 2 (or 3 or more) reasons:
In my opinion, there are three ways of looking at it:
First, ... Second, ... Finally, ...
Have I given you enough information?
Have I answered your question?
Would you like me to tell you more about ...?
Is there anything else you wish to know?
I'm afraid that's about as much as I know.
Well, ... as I told you before.
When you don't understand the examiner's question
Sorry, I don't know what you mean by? Could you clarify it, please?
Could you give me more details?
Could you say it in other words?
Speak a bit slowly, please.
I didn't catch that. Could you repeat the question, please?
I'm sorry, could you say that again, please?
When you don't have an idea?
Would you give me a second to think about it?
I have no idea about your question. Really I haven't thought of it.
I'm not exactly sure how to answer that question, but (perhaps) ...
That's a rather difficult question, but (maybe) ...
Introducing a Structure
I'd like to give a brief description of the three areas.
I'd like to tell you three things about this issue.
I'd like to tell you about the three steps to find a job in Korea.
There are three main ways to get to my hometown, and I'll talk about each separately.
There are three features of my piano that I will discuss.
Giving Instructions
The first thing you need to do is switch on the power.
After that, you need to set the timer.
Next, you need to adjust the volume machine.
After adjusting the volume you need to check the battery.
Then you should key in the number.
Finally, you should press the green button.
The last thing you need to do is wait for the call.
Don't forget to hang it up when you're finished.
Giving Reasons
The reason the divorce rate is growing is because of the changing roles of men and women.
The main purpose of a Korean wedding is to reunite the family.
The biggest advantage of the one child policy is the effect it has on the curbing population.
Comparison
In many ways she resembles me, in other ways, not.
Well, it may not be as modern but it certainly is friendlier.
I think I'm much more mature and responsible.
Giving Advice
If you come to my hometown in the summer you should take your swimsuit.
You can't miss the ice festival held every January. It really is something.