German - Lesson 30 of 158: Agreement & Disagreement

1. Reading + Listening Practice

Hear core phrases, repeat aloud.

Sehe ich auch so.

I agree.

Meaning: I agree.

When to use: Use this short phrase in conversations to show you share the same opinion. It's casual and common when reacting to someone's idea.

Sehe ich auch so. Wir sollten pünktlich losfahren.

I agree. We should leave on time.

Wenn es regnet, nehme ich einen Schirm. Sehe ich auch so.

If it rains, I'll take an umbrella. I agree.

Ich stimme ___ zu.

I agree with ___.

Meaning: I agree with ___.

When to use: Use this to say whom or what you agree with. Remember the thing or person you agree with follows the verb and often needs the correct case (dative).

Tip: Beginner mistake: forgetting the dative (saying 'Ich stimme du zu' instead of 'dir').

Ich stimme dir zu. Deine Idee ist praktisch.

I agree with you. Your idea is practical.

Ich stimme dem Vorschlag zu. Das ist besser für uns alle.

I agree with the proposal. That's better for all of us.

Das denke ich auch.

I think so too.

Meaning: I think so too.

When to use: Use when someone states an opinion and you want to say you have the same thought. It's neutral and natural in many contexts.

Das denke ich auch. Das Projekt braucht mehr Zeit.

I think so too. The project needs more time.

Wir sollten früher anfangen. Das denke ich auch.

We should start earlier. I think so too.

Das stimmt.

That's true.

Meaning: That’s true.

When to use: Say this to confirm a factual point or to support someone's statement in conversation.

Das stimmt. Der Laden ist sonntags geschlossen.

That's true. The shop is closed on Sundays.

Er hat viel Erfahrung. Ja, das stimmt.

He has a lot of experience. Yes, that's true.

Du hast recht.

You're right.

Meaning: You're right.

When to use: Use informally to tell someone (du-form) their opinion or fact is correct. In formal situations say 'Sie haben recht.'

Tip: Using 'du' in formal contexts; remember to use 'Sie haben recht' with strangers or in formal settings.

Du hast recht. Wir sollten den Termin verschieben.

You're right. We should postpone the appointment.

Du hast recht, das ist eine gute Lösung.

You're right, that's a good solution.

Stimmst du zu?

Do you agree?

Meaning: Do you agree?

When to use: Use this informal question to ask a friend or colleague if they agree. For 'agree with that' you can expand: 'Stimmst du dem zu?'.

Wir treffen uns um zehn. Stimmst du zu?

We meet at ten. Do you agree?

Das ist mein Plan. Stimmst du zu oder hast du eine andere Idee?

That's my plan. Do you agree or do you have another idea?

Da stimme ich nicht zu.

I don't agree.

Meaning: I don't agree.

When to use: Use this direct phrase to disagree with what was just said. It's neutral but firm; you can follow with your reason.

Da stimme ich nicht zu. Die Zahlen sehen anders aus.

I don't agree with that. The numbers look different.

Du willst später arbeiten? Da stimme ich nicht zu.

You want to work later? I don't agree with that.

Das glaube ich nicht.

I don't think so.

Meaning: I don't think so.

When to use: Use this to disagree gently with an assumption, guess, or suggestion. It's useful when you're unsure or want to be polite.

Das glaube ich nicht. Er hat das nicht gesagt.

I don't think so. He didn't say that.

Wird das funktionieren? — Das glaube ich nicht.

Will that work? — I don't think so.

Genau

Exactly.

Meaning: Exactly.

When to use: Use to show strong agreement or to confirm that someone's point is exactly right. Short and common in speech.

Wir müssen sparen. — Genau.

We need to save. — Exactly.

Das war die beste Lösung. Genau!

That was the best solution. Exactly!

Das ergibt Sinn.

That makes sense.

Meaning: That makes sense.

When to use: Use this when someone explains something and you understand and accept the idea. It's common in everyday and work conversations.

Wir verschieben das Meeting, weil viele weg sind. — Das ergibt Sinn.

We postpone the meeting because many are away. — That makes sense.

Wenn das billig ist, ist es vielleicht von schlechter Qualität. Das ergibt Sinn.

If it's cheap, maybe it's low quality. That makes sense.

Das ist ein guter Punkt.

That's a good point.

Meaning: That's a good point.

When to use: Use to recognize a valid idea in someone's comment. It shows appreciation of their contribution in a discussion.

Wir sollten die Lieferzeit prüfen. Das ist ein guter Punkt.

We should check delivery time. That's a good point.

Gute Frage. Das ist ein guter Punkt, danke.

Good question. That's a good point, thanks.

Ich verstehe, was du meinst.

I see your point.

Meaning: I see your point.

When to use: Use to show you understand someone's perspective; often used before adding your own view. Formal version: 'Ich verstehe, was Sie meinen.'

Ich verstehe, was du meinst, aber wir haben ein anderes Problem.

I see your point, but we have another problem.

Okay, ich verstehe, was du meinst. Vielleicht können wir einen Kompromiss finden.

Okay, I see your point. Maybe we can find a compromise.

Das sehe ich genauso.

I feel the same way.

Meaning: I feel the same way / I agree.

When to use: Use when you share the same opinion or feeling. It's natural for opinions and emotional agreement.

Mir gefällt dieses Restaurant. Das sehe ich genauso.

I like this restaurant. I feel the same way.

Er möchte weniger Arbeit. Das sehe ich genauso.

He wants less work. I feel the same way.

German - Agreement & Disagreement

1. Reading + Listening Practice

2. Conversational Listening Practice

3. Guided Practice

Which German phrase best matches 'I don't agree'?

Which phrase means 'That makes sense'?

How do you ask 'Do you agree?' informally?

Which phrase best matches 'That's a good point'?

That makes sense.

I agree.

I agree with you.

Match the core phrases

Match the extra phrases

4. Speaking Practice