For one thing.. – Conversation Practice

Klay: I don’t want to go to the party if Jon is going to be there.

Angela: Why do you hate Jon so much?

Klay: For one thing, he always comments and makes jokes about how I failed out of law school. He thinks it is just a joke, but it is kind of hurtful. Also, he is always so loud and talks about things that make me uncomfortable.

Angela: I understand where you are coming from. Maybe, you should talk to Jon and let him know how you feel.

Klay: Do you think that would work?

Angela: I do. Jon is not a bad person. He just doesn’t realize that his words and actions are affecting you in such a negative way.

Klay: Okay. I’ll give it a shot.

1. For one thing,…: One reason is…; First,…

  • A) It’s your fault.
B) For one thing, I wasn’t even in charge of that work.

  • A) Why don’t you buy this coat?
B) For one thing, it is too expensive. Also, I think it is ugly.

2. I understand where you are coming from.: I understand why you feel that way.; I can relate.

  • A) I feel underappreciated at this company.
B) I understand where you are coming from.

  • A) Being married is hard sometimes.
B) I understand where you are coming from.

3. I’ll give it a shot.: I will try it.

  • A) Are you sure want to eat this spicy food?
B) I don’t know if I can, but I will give it a shot.

  • A) You should join my hiking club.
B) Okay. I’ll give it a shot.