CELPIP opinion phrases and examples

I think {option} is the better choice.

Example: I think expanding the bus service is the better choice.

When to use it: Use when you need to state your position clearly at the beginning.

Gives a direct, easy-to-identify position with correct sentence structure.

{option} is more practical because {reason}.

Example: Online registration is more practical because people can complete it at home.

When to use it: Use when convenience, feasibility or ease of use is your main criterion.

Evaluates an option using a clear practical reason.

I prefer {option} because it costs less.

Example: I prefer repairing the playground because it costs less.

When to use it: Use when affordability is the main reason for your opinion.

States a clear preference and supports it with a relevant cost reason.

In my view, {option} is the better choice because {reason}.

Example: In my view, expanding the bus service is the better choice because it would reduce traffic.

When to use it: Use when you want to state a position and immediately support it.

Combines a clear opinion with a focused reason using a precise connector.

From a practical point of view, {option} makes more sense because {reason}.

Example: From a practical point of view, online registration makes more sense because it reduces waiting time.

When to use it: Use when you want to judge an option by how easily it can be implemented.

Frames the opinion around a specific criterion and supports it logically.

I would choose {option}, since it offers better value for the cost.

Example: I would choose repairing the playground, since it offers better value for the cost.

When to use it: Use when an option provides stronger benefits for the money spent.

Uses value-based reasoning rather than focusing only on the lowest price.

On balance, I would favour {option}, largely because {reason}.

Example: On balance, I would favour expanding the bus service, largely because it would improve access across the city.

When to use it: Use after considering more than one side but choosing a clear position.

Signals balanced judgment and supports the final position with nuanced reasoning.

When practicality is the main consideration, {option} stands out because {reason}.

Example: When practicality is the main consideration, online registration stands out because it is faster and easier to manage.

When to use it: Use when practical implementation is more important than other advantages.

Prioritizes a criterion explicitly and delivers a focused comparative judgment.

From a financial standpoint, {option} is the more sensible choice because {reason}.

Example: From a financial standpoint, repairing the playground is the more sensible choice because it would serve families without requiring a major new investment.

When to use it: Use when you want to weigh cost against the expected benefit.

Applies a financial criterion and explains the judgment with precise reasoning.