Persuading someone B2
Making your case and talking someone round.
Building your case
a compelling case — persuasive argument (collocation)A: Do you really think we should invest in this project?
B: Absolutely. Sarah presented a compelling case with solid data and clear benefits.
strong argument — good reasonA: Do you think we should start earlier tomorrow?
B: Yes, I have a strong argument for it—traffic is much lighter before 8 a.m.
hear me out — ask them to listenHold on, hear me out. (casual)
Before you decide, please hear me out. (polite)
Winning them over
change mind — decide differentlyA: Are you still coming to the party?
B: Actually, I changed my mind. I think I'll just relax at home.
come around — change opinionA: I know you don't agree now, but maybe you'll come around to my point of view.
B: We'll see.
add up — make senseA: Do you believe his story?
B: Not really. Something doesn’t add up.
Making the pitch
Kate: I'm not sure switching suppliers is worth the hassle.
Ben: Hear me out — I think there's a compelling case for it.
Kate: Okay, convince me.
Ben: It's a strong argument on cost alone: we'd save a fifth straight away.
Coming round to it
Nina: Honestly, I was dead against the idea at first.
Omar: And now?
Nina: You've made me change my mind — those numbers actually add up.
Omar: Glad you came around. Let's get it moving.