expression de l'opinion grammar in French

What this grammar point covers

In French, 'expression de l'opinion' means saying what you think or believe. There are special phrases and structures to express your opinion.

Use these expressions when you want to give your opinion, share your ideas, or say what you believe about something in French.

Je pense que c'est une bonne idée.

English: I think that it's a good idea.

À mon avis, ce film est intéressant.

English: In my opinion, this movie is interesting.

Je trouve que le français est facile.

English: I find that French is easy.

Selon moi, il faut essayer.

English: In my opinion, you have to try.

After 'que', use a normal sentence structure (subject + verb).
Do not use the subjunctive after 'je pense que' or 'je crois que' in affirmative sentences.
Remember to use 'que' after 'je pense', 'je crois', and 'je trouve'.

If you use 'je ne pense pas que' or 'je ne crois pas que' (negative), you often need the subjunctive.