Can keep a conversation going by inviting opinions and reacting
Conversation maintenance strategies
Vocabulary
to invite opinion — convidar a opinião
I would like to invite your opinion on this topic.
Gostava de convidar a sua opinião sobre este tema.to react to news — reagir à notícia
How did you react to the news about the weather?
Como reagiu à notícia sobre o clima?to change the subject politely — mudar de assunto educadamente
We can change the subject politely if you prefer.
Podemos mudar de assunto educadamente se preferir.to follow up — fazer follow-up
I would like on what was said earlier.
Gostava de fazer follow-up sobre o que disse anteriormente.to find common ground — encontrar ponto comum
It is important in a discussion.
É importante encontrar ponto comum numa discussão.to conclude the conversation — concluir a conversa
Shall we conclude the conversation for now?
Vamos concluir a conversa para já?
Grammar
Discourse management phrases
Using set phrases to manage conversation flow and turn-taking
- In my opinion, I think that...
- I understand your point of view, however...
Cultural notes
British conversation values polite turn-taking and avoiding interruption. Using phrases like 'Sorry to interrupt' or 'If I may add' shows respect for other speakers.