Discussion: opinion verbs, word order with 'dass', 'doch'
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can take part in a discussion, expressing opinions, using correct word order with 'dass', using 'doch' appropriately and applying word patterns.
Vocabulary and transcripts for this lessons
Key learning points
- The German sound [qu] is pronounced as in ‘bequem’. It sounds like [k] and [w] together.
- Add the prefix un- to an adjective to make it negative, e.g., 'unmöglich' - 'impossible'.
- The verbs 'denken', 'glauben' and 'meinen' and the phrase 'meiner Meinung nach' can all be used to introduce opinions.
- Use the conjunction 'dass' with word order 3, sending the verb to the end of the clause.
- The conversational word 'doch' is used to express disagreement with a negative or for emphasis.
Keywords
Dass - conjunction meaning 'that', followed by word order three
Word order three (WO3) - after certain conjunctions, the verb is sent to the end of the sentence or clause
Prefix - a letter or group of letters added to the start of a word to change its meaning or how it is used
Doch - word used for disagreement with a negative or for emphasis, useful in discussion
Common misconception
All opinions phrases can be followed by 'dass' and word order 3 (subordination).
Whilst many opinion verbs, including 'meinen', 'glauben' and 'denken' are usually followed by 'dass' and word order 3, this is not always the case. 'Meiner Meinung nach' must be followed by word order 2 (inversion).
Teacher tip
Use register routines and other spontaneous speaking opportunities to practise opinion verbs and word order on a whole range of topics.
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What is the past participle of 'sein'?
Q2.Match the German and English.
famous
certain
historical
long-term
unknown
satisfied
Q3.Match the German and English.
age
tree
relationship
poet
religion
comparison
Q4.Order the words to say: 'I think love is more important than luck.'
Q5.Write in English: 'du wurdest in Italien geboren'.
Q6.Write in German: 'Do you (singular, informal) have any pets?'
Assessment exit quiz
5 Questions
Q1.Which words are missing the sound [qu]?
Q2.'__________, dass dieser Baum schön ist.'. Which phrase cannot start this sentence?
Q3.Which questions could elicit the reply 'doch'?
Q4.The German adjective 'möglich' means 'possible'. Write the adjective 'impossible' in German.
Q5.Order the words to say: 'I think that there are many advantages.'
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