Expressing Opinions in French

In French, there are a few different ways to express opinions. Here are some common phrases you can use:

• Je pense que - I think that
• Il me semble que - It seems to me that
• J'ai l'impression que - I have the feeling that
• Il m'a l'air que - It looks like

Subjunctive vs. Indicative Mood

When expressing opinions, you can use the subjunctive mood or the indicative mood.

• The subjunctive mood is used when you are unsure about something or when you want to express doubt.
• The indicative mood is used when you are certain about something or when you want to state a fact.

Examples

Here are some examples:

• Je pense que tu as raison. - I think you're right. (subjunctive)
• Il me semble qu'elle est malade. - It seems to me that she's sick. (subjunctive)
• J'ai l'impression qu'ils vont arriver en retard. - I have the feeling that they're going to arrive late. (subjunctive)
• Il m'a l'air qu'elle est en colère. - It looks like she's angry. (indicative)