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Commonly used Phrases in Group Discussion

Functional English GD-Oriented: Initiation1
Good morning friends! I am Ramesh.2
Good morning all! I am Lalitha.3
Good afternoon my friends! I am Sunil.4
Good afternoon all! I am Rani.5
Let me initiate the discussion. The topic is corruption.6
The topic given to us is corruption. Let me start the discussion.7
We are given the topic of corruption. Let me take the privilege of starting thediscussion.8
We are expected to discuss the topic corruption. I take it as a privilege to startthe process.9

To start with the topic given for discussion is terrorism. Let us discuss this withenthusiasm.10
To begin with we are given a very interesting topic for discussion. Lets participatein this process
with concern.11
The topic given for our discussion is dowry, which is a very sensitive subject.12
The topic ragging or no ragging is highly controversial. Lets put forward our ideason this.13
It is a great chance to discuss a topic like this. It is brain drain.14
Its a nice
opportunity to discuss a topic like religious harmony. Let us discuss thiswith open minds.15
I invite you all for this great event in our career journey. Let us discuss the giventopic with
enthusiasm.16
I welcome you all for this highly competitive event. Let us take part in this withthe spirit of
sportsmen.17
As you are aware we are expected to discuss the given topic to prove ourabilities. Let us do our
best.18
We are here to participate in this highly competitive event. Let us participate witha lot of zeal.19
I am aware that you all are eager to participate in the discussion on the giventopic. However,
give me a chance to initiate the process.20
It is evident that you all are eagerly waiting to discuss the topic. However, pleaseallow me to
give my opening remarks.21
The topic given to us is attrition in the corporate world. Let us discuss the topicwith a realistic
mind set.22
The given topic the misuse of information technology is a topic to be discussedwith a scientific
mind. Let me take the first step.23
I am Kumar formally introducing the topic should we introduce reservations in
private sector. Personally I feel that.
24
I am Ramya opening the discussion on the topic the pros and cons of matrimonialdot coms. In
my opinion.25
This is Kiran initiating the discussion on the interesting subject


love marriage or
arranged marriage. My personal feeling is
26
It is very interesting to discuss the topic love marriage or arranged marriage. In
my view
27
The topic dating or no dating has become highly controversial nowadays. At a
personal level I think that
28
Generation gap is a very emotional topic to discuss. However, when I think
carefully I feel that
29
It needs a balanced mind to discuss a topic like who is great? Man or woman? My
unbiased opinion is that
30
The topic love marriage or arranged marriage has been discussed since marriage
was introduced. However, I have a feeling that
31
At our age it is tough to discuss a topic like balancing personal and professional
life. As per my knowledge I can say that

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The subject students and politics can be looked at from different viewpoints. My
personal view is that
33
Every one has a right to have his or her opinion on a topic like love marriage or
arranged marriage. As an individual I think that
34
As you are aware discussion on a topic needs opinions of different people. To
begin with my opinion on the given subject is
35
It is said that the world is what we see. When I look at the given topic which my
eyes I find that
36
As the saying goes haste is waste. When I look at the topic with a cool mind I
understand that
37
As the proverb says roam was not built in a day. When I think of the topic based
on this I feel that
38
As every one of us knows we reap what we sow. Taking this in to account my
opinion on the topic is
39
As a writer put it the darkest hour is before the dawn. We can apply this idea toour topic of
discussion.40
As great people felt it a discussion should bring out new ideas from the old ones.Let us prove
that it is true.41
As all of us know group discussion needs a harmonious atmosphere. Let us createthat before we
get into the actual process.42

As you all are aware group discussion calls for teamwork. Let us work like a teamfor another ten
minutes.43
It is a fact that our attitude, personality and skills get reflected in-groupdiscussion. Let us prove
that we are positive people.44
Our words reflect our minds and attitudes. Let us participate in this groupdiscussion in a great
way.45
It my privilege to speak out my mind in your presence. I am Kumar initiating thediscussion and
inviting your opinions.46
I consider this as a great opportunity to speak out my opinions on the giventopic.47
Thank you very much for giving me an opportunity to open the discussion on thetopic.48
With the permission of you all I am initiating the discussion on the topic.49
I thank you all for allowing me to speak first on the given subject.50
Speaking first on any given subject is really tough. However, I take it as apleasant challenge to
speak first.51
It is tough to open a discussion on a sensitive subject like love marriage orarranged marriage.
However, I like to take the first steps.52
Even a journey of thousand miles starts with the first little step. So let me havethe privilege of
taking the first step.53
The toughest part of any task is to take the first step. So let me do this toughesttask of taking the
first step.54
The most important step in finishing a task is to begin it. Let me begin thediscussion with my
opinions on the given subject.

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1.
Dear friends! We are getting into an argument. But we are expected to discuss.Please remember
this.2.
I am sorry to note that the discussion is gradually becoming an argument. Pleasecompose your
selves.3.
Mr. Ramesh and Ms. Lalitha! You are getting into an argument rather thandiscussing the topic.
Please cool down.4.
Friends! In an argument the truth is always lost. So let us stop arguing.5.
Friends! I have to remind you that we should not bring out our emotions whilediscussing a
subject. So please be objective.6.
Arguments lead us nowhere. So please come back to the main line of discussion.7.
We are here to establish a common opinion on the given topic. If we argue likethis we cannot do
that. Please be composed.8.
All of us are expected to exchange our ideas to establish a common opinion. Letus do this by
maintaining our temper.9.
When we differ in our opinions it doesnt mean that we have to fight. Let us
discuss our differences in a calm atmosphere.10.
We can differ in our opinions without opposing one another. Please be aware of this and make it
a real discussion.11.
To bring out good results we have to maintain our temper and exchange ideaspolitely. Argument
is always harmful.12.
Mr. Kumar! Your have been silent till now. Why cant you speak a little?
13.
Ms. Sunitha! You have been quiet ever since the discussion started. Let us haveyour opinion on
this subject.14.
Mr. Naresh! It will be nice if you could add your ideas to our opinions.15.
Ms. Lavanya! It seems you have been trying to say something. Why cant you
come out and speak a few words?16.

Mr. Venkatesh! It will be our pleasure to have your opinion on this subject.17.
Ms. Ramani! I find you very aloof and isolated. Why cant you join us?
18.
Mr. Ramesh and Ms. Sunitha! You both have been silent from the beginning. Why
cant you speak?
19.
Mr. Raju! It seems you are hesitating to come forward. It will be nice if you couldspeak.20.
Ms. Sudha and Mr. Yogesh! Never hesitate to speak out your opinions. Come on21.
Mr. Ramesh! You have been speaking for a long time. Let me speak for amoment.22.
Ms. Ramya! Please give me a chance to speak.23.
Mr. Kumar! Let me speak.24.
Friends! Let me have an opportunity to speak.25.
Friends! It seems Ms. Laya wants to say something. Let us hear what she says.26.
Friends! I feel that Mr. Naresh wants to add a few points. Why cant we give him
a chance?27.
Friends! Mr. Ram is trying to say something. Let us encourage him to speak.28.
Friends! Ms. Divya has something to say but keeping silent. Let us have her say.29.
Ms. Laya! Your opinion is great and valid.30.
Mr. Naresh! You have added a wonderful point to our discussion.31.
Ms. Gayathri! What you have told is a wonderful point.32.
Ms. Divya! I basically accept your opinion. But I differ with you in certain areas.33.
Ms. Laya! I am sorry that your opinion is highly personal and socially notacceptable.34.
Mr. Ramesh! I might agree with you at a personal level. But from the academicviewpoint I
cannot accept.35.
I am sorry to differ with you but we are discussing some thing related to thehumanity.36.

While I differ with you Mr. Ramesh, I dont mean I oppose you.