A1 Collocation Neutral

Donner son avis

To give one's opinion

Meaning

To express one's thoughts or beliefs on a topic.

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Cultural Background

Debate is a national sport. Giving your opinion is expected. Similar to France, but often slightly more informal in tone. Respect for elders is key; 'donner son avis' is done carefully.

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Use 'sur'

Always remember 'sur' for the topic.

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Softening

Use 'À mon avis' to start.

Meaning

To express one's thoughts or beliefs on a topic.

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Use 'sur'

Always remember 'sur' for the topic.

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Softening

Use 'À mon avis' to start.

Test Yourself

Complete the sentence.

Je veux _____ mon avis sur ce livre.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: donner

The collocation is 'donner son avis'.

Which preposition follows 'avis'?

Je donne mon avis ___ ce projet.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: sur

We always use 'sur' to indicate the topic.

🎉 Score: /2

Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

2 exercises
Complete the sentence. Fill Blank A1

Je veux _____ mon avis sur ce livre.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: donner

The collocation is 'donner son avis'.

Which preposition follows 'avis'? Choose A2

Je donne mon avis ___ ce projet.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: sur

We always use 'sur' to indicate the topic.

🎉 Score: /2

Frequently Asked Questions

2 questions

Not if you use polite markers.

Yes, it is very common.

Related Phrases

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Avoir un avis

similar

To have an opinion

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Demander son avis

contrast

To ask for an opinion

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