express opinion — share your view
collocationB1IELTS 5+neutralcommon
to say what you think or feel about something, especially in a discussion or conversation.
Say it like a native
Textbook Permit me to articulate my viewpoint.
Native Can I just share my thoughts?
'Articulate my viewpoint' is stiff; 'share my thoughts' / 'give my opinion' is natural.
Pattern: express (one's) opinion (about/on something)
In use
- In meetings, everyone is encouraged to express their opinion.communication
- Personally, I believe it's important to express your opinion, especially when discussing social issues.IELTS speaking
Common mistake
✗ Everyone can express their opinion about freely.
✓ Everyone can express their opinion freely.
Drop the stray 'about' — 'express an opinion' takes no preposition here.
Common collocations
express an opinion— freely, your, a strong, an honest
Don't confuse it
Different from 'have an opinion', which means you think something, but may not say it.