Key Expressions to Use in Conversations
These expressions help you concede a point without fully agreeing — an essential skill for maintaining respectful, engaging conversations, especially in American culture.
1. “I will say that…”
- Use when: You want to acknowledge a positive or fair aspect of someone’s opinion, even if you disagree overall.
- Example:
“Times Square is chaotic, but I will say that the energy is unmatched.”
2. “I’ll give you that.”
- Use when: You admit the other person has made a good point, even if you don’t agree entirely.
- Example:
“Charades isn’t my thing, but it does get everyone laughing. I’ll give you that.”
3. “I have to admit…”
- Use when: You’re reluctantly agreeing with something, usually after previously dismissing it.
- Example:
“I usually skip that donut shop, but I have to admit, their coffee is pretty good.”
4. “You’ve got a point there.”
- Use when: You acknowledge that the other person’s argument or comment is valid.
- Example:
“You’ve got a point there — the tickets are pricey. But it’s Broadway!”
What is TKTS?
TKTS is a discount ticket booth run by the non-profit Theatre Development Fund in New York City. It offers same-day Broadway and Off-Broadway tickets at up to 50% off. The most famous TKTS booth is located in Times Square. Many locals and tourists use it to get more affordable tickets to major shows.
- Example in context:
“I’m not sure I can afford a Broadway show.”
“Well, TKTS usually has great last-minute deals. I’ll give you that — it’s worth checking.”
What does “one of a kind” mean?
“One of a kind” means completely unique or unlike anything else. It’s used to describe something or someone that stands out in a special or exceptional way.
- Example:
“The Broadway experience is one of a kind — there’s really nothing else like it.”
Role Play Script from the Episode
Context: Two friends planning a trip to New York
Person A: We should definitely visit Zabar’s on the Upper West Side. I love their coffee.
Person B: Hmm, they do have amazing coffee, I have to admit.
Person A: We also have to see a Broadway show.
Person B: Yeah, but it may be too expensive.
Person A: You’ve got a point there. But it would be so worth it.
Person B: I’ll think about it. TKTS does have some pretty good discounts. I’ll give you that.
Person A: And we have to visit the Highline!
Person B: I’ve been there so many times.
Person A: I know, but it’s my favorite place.
Person B: I mean, I will say the views are beautiful.
Integrated Paragraph with All the Expressions
I usually roll my eyes when someone insists on doing all the touristy things in New York, but I will say that the Highline does offer some stunning views. My friend really wanted to catch a Broadway show, and though I hesitated because of the price, I had to admit the experience is one of a kind. She even brought up using TKTS for discounts — I’ll give you that, it’s a smart move. When she mentioned Zabar’s, I wasn’t thrilled, but their coffee? I have to admit, it’s top-notch. And when she insisted on planning everything, I started to push back — but you’ve got a point there: someone has to take the lead if we want the trip to actually happen.
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