Grammar fix
strong opinion
firm belief
A strong opinion is a belief or view that someone feels very sure about and is not easily changed.
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Hear it in context
Notice where the phrase sounds natural.
- She has a strong opinion about climate change and often talks about it with her friends.communication
- In my opinion, having a strong opinion on social issues is important because it shows you care and are willing to stand up for your beliefs.IELTS speaking
Fix the pattern
Pattern: have/hold a strong opinion (about/on something)
WrongI have a strong opinion to vaccines.
RightI have strong opinions on/about vaccines.
Opinions ON or ABOUT a topic, not 'to'.
Patternhave/hold a strong opinion (about/on something)
Use it right
Choose the version that sounds natural in speech.
Natural; 'firmly entrenched views' is debate-club formal.
Build natural chunks
Words that usually travel with it.
strong opinions about/onaboutonexpresshold
Don't confuse it
A 'strong opinion' means you feel sure and confident, while a 'weak opinion' means you are not sure or can be easily convinced otherwise.