Used to

 Used to do

We use 'used to' for something that happened regularly in the past but no longer happens.

• ·         I used to smoke a packet a day but I stopped two years ago.
• ·         Ben used to travel a lot in his job but now, since his promotion, he doesn't.
• ·         I used to drive to work but now I take the bus.

We also use it for something that was true but  no longer is.

• ·         There used to be a cinema in the town but now there isn't.
• ·         She used to have really long hair but she's had it all cut off.
• ·         I didn't use to like him but now I do.

'Used to do' is different from 'to be used to doing' and 'to get used to doing'

to be used to doing

We use 'to be used to doing' to say that something is normal, not unusual.

• ·         I'm used to living on my own. I've done it for quite a long time.
• ·         Hans has lived in England for over a year so he is used to driving on the left now.
• ·         They've always lived in hot countries so they aren't used to the cold weather here.

to get used to doing

We use 'to get used to doing' to talk about the process of something becoming normal for us.

• ·         I didn't understand the accent when I first moved here but I quickly got used to it.
• ·         She has started working nights and is still getting used to sleeping during the day.
• ·         I have always lived in the country but now I'm beginning to get used to living in the city.

Expressing Agreement and DisAgreement

A.    AGREEMENT (kesetujuan)

·         I agree (saya setuju)

·         I am with you (saya sependapat dengan anda)

·         I think so (saya kira begitu)

·         It certainly is (saya kira juga)

·         That is what I was thinking (itulah yang saya pikirkan/pkirannya saya juga begitu)

·         I am of the same opinion (pendapat saya sama)

Example Agree in Dialog:

Ati : Hey, Look at my new Ring , isn't it cool??

Bis : Yeah, I absolutely agree with you, your ring is so cool. It perfectly matches with your finger.

         It must be a very expensive ring.

B.    DISAGREEMENT (ketidak setujuan)

·         I disagree (saya tidak setuju)

·         I am not with you (saya tidak sependapat)

·         I can agree with (saya tidak dapat menyetujui pendapat anda)

·         I can’t be along with you (saya tidak sepaham)

·         I wouldn’t say that (saya tidak bias mengatakan begitu)

·         I don’t think so (saya kira bukan begitu)

Example Disagree in Dialog:

John : Hey what do u think about this movie?

Zedo : I think this movie is really good.

John : I don't think so. This movie is so boring that I sleep while watch it.

The plot is flat and there is not any suspense in the story. I like watching film but this time I disagree with you.

C.    UNGKAPAN LAIN UNTUK DISAGREEMENT:

Disamping ungkapan-ungkapan diatas, dapat juga seperti:

·         I don’t entirely agree with …….

·         I see what you mean, but ……

·         I agree, but ……

·         Yes, but on the other hand ……

·         Yes, but don’t you think …..

Expressing Opinions

Sample Phrases (from formal to informal)

Express Our Opinions
-       I’am of opinion that…

-       As far  as I’m concerned…

-       From my point of view…

-       In my opinion..

-       I think/believe/feel that...

-       As I see it…

-       If you asked me..

-       To be (Quite) Honest / (Quite) Honestly…

Asking People to Express Their Opinions

Sample Phrase (from formal to informal)

-       I’d be interested to know your thoughts on/ what you think about…

-       What’s your point of view on…

-       What’s your opinion on/ of/ about…

-       What do you think about…

-       How do you feel about…

It is an example of dialogue consist of expressions of asking and giving opinions:

Chiko     : Chica, what do you think of pop music recently? I mean, do you like them?

Chica     : Well, I’d say I don’t really like them. I’d prefer jazz.

Chiko     : Why? I thik pop music is very entertaining.

Chica     : In my opinion, jazz music is relaxing.

Giving and Responding Compliments

Everyone likes to hear compliments. Compliments make people feel good about themselves, and we all need that at times. 

Look at the expressions below that can be used when giving and responding to compliments.

Giving complements

1. That’s a very nice …(dress).
2. Great job on the …(presentation).
3. You look very good in … (that new hair-do).
4. This dish is delicious, my compliments to the chef.
5. That … (tie) looks great on you.

Responses to compliments

1. How kind of you to say so.
2. Thank you.
3. I’m glad you like it.
4. It was nothing really. (an expression of modesty and humility)

 Dialogues - Compliments

Staff : What a beautiful dress, Ms. Elliot.

Guest : Thanks, I’m glad you like it.

Staff : Your new hair-do looks absolutely gorgeous, Mrs. Simpson.

Guest : How kind of you to say so.

Guest : My compliments to the chef. This linguine is superb.

Staff : Thank you ma’am. I’ll be sure to let the chef know.

Guest : Your English is very good.

Staff : Thank you very much.

Staff : Excellent game Mr. Johnson. You really gave me a workout.

Guest : Thanks, I guess all those private lessons are finally paying off.

Guest : I really appreciate all the extra work you did on helping us solve that problem. It

         truly went above and beyond. My compliments to your work ethic.

Staff : Thank you sir, how kind of you to say so