Grammar fix
a valid point
reasonable or well-founded argument
an argument, comment, or opinion that is logical, reasonable, and based on good reasons, even if you might not fully agree with it
Hear it in context
Notice where the phrase sounds natural.
- You make a valid point about the need for stricter regulations.communication
- While some people argue that public transport is inconvenient, it is a valid point that it helps reduce traffic congestion and pollution.IELTS speaking
Fix the pattern
Pattern: make/raise/have a valid point; that's a valid point
WrongThat's a valuable point.
RightThat's a valid point.
'Valid' = well-founded; 'valuable' = useful. For an argument, use 'valid'.
Patternmake/raise/have a valid point; that's a valid point
Use it right
Choose the version that sounds natural in speech.
'Cogent and well-substantiated' is debate-club formal; 'that's a valid point' is what people say.
Build natural chunks
Words that usually travel with it.
a valid pointmakeyou've got athat's araise
Don't confuse it
Unlike simply saying 'a point', which can be any argument, 'a valid point' specifically means the argument is logical and well-supported, even if you disagree with it.