Discussion language inviting people to speak (Paul), you had something you wanted to say. What's your opinion? What do you think? ways of agreeing That may be true, but what about....? Yes, absolutely. Yes, I'd agree with that. ways of disagreeing That's not true, actually. Well, I'm not sure about that. I'm not sure I agree, actually. asking to speak Sorry, do you mind if I interrupt? Can I just say something here? allowing someone to interrupt Sure, go ahead. Yes, of course. not allowing someone to interrupt Can I just finish what I was saying? If I could just finish making this point.