opinión
A view or judgment formed about something, not necessarily based on fact or knowledge. It expresses a personal belief or perspective.
Examples
3 of 5Respeto tu opinión, pero no estoy de acuerdo.
I respect your opinion, but I don't agree.
Se solicita la opinión de un experto.
An expert's opinion is requested.
¿Cuál es tu opinión sobre el nuevo profesor?
What is your opinion about the new teacher?
Word Family
Memory Tip
Cognate with 'opinion' in English; just remember the accent on the 'o'.
Quick Quiz
No quiero influir en tu _____, decide tú mismo.
Correct!
The correct answer is: opinión
Examples
Respeto tu opinión, pero no estoy de acuerdo.
everydayI respect your opinion, but I don't agree.
Se solicita la opinión de un experto.
formalAn expert's opinion is requested.
¿Cuál es tu opinión sobre el nuevo profesor?
informalWhat is your opinion about the new teacher?
La opinión pública está dividida sobre este asunto.
academicPublic opinion is divided on this matter.
Valoramos la opinión de nuestros clientes.
businessWe value our customers' opinion.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
para gustos, opiniones
everyone has their own taste
una opinión personal
a personal opinion
formarse una opinión
to form an opinion
Often Confused With
An 'argumento' is a reasoned explanation to support a conclusion, while 'opinión' is just a personal belief.
Usage Notes
Essential for FCE Speaking Part 3 and 4, and Writing Part 1 and 2.
Common Mistakes
Learners often say 'según mi opinión' instead of 'en mi opinión' or 'según yo'.
Memory Tip
Cognate with 'opinion' in English; just remember the accent on the 'o'.
Word Origin
From Latin 'opinio'.
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
No quiero influir en tu _____, decide tú mismo.
Correct!
The correct answer is: opinión
Related Vocabulary
More communication words
argumento
B2A reason or set of reasons given with the aim of persuading others that an action or idea is right or wrong. It can also refer to the plot of a movie or book.
consejo
B1An opinion or recommendation offered as a guide to action. It can also refer to a formal body or council, though the 'advice' meaning is more common at B1.
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