* Opinion words: There are specific words that signal a statement is based on personal belief rather than fact. These include:
* Belief words: believe, think, feel, seem, suppose,
* Judgment words: good, bad, beautiful, ugly, amazing, terrible
* Preference words: prefer, like, dislike, enjoy, hate,
* Subjective words: best, worst, most, least
* Emotional words: happy, sad, angry, excited, disappointed
* Context: Even without these words, the context of the statement can clue you in. For example:
* "The weather is beautiful today" is an opinion because what someone considers "beautiful" is subjective.
* "The sun is shining" is a fact that can be observed.
* "I" and "You": Statements with these pronouns often express opinions. For example:
* "I think this movie is boring" is an opinion.
* "You should try this restaurant" is an opinion.
Important Note: It's not always easy to tell if a statement is an opinion or a fact. Sometimes, opinions are presented as facts, and facts can be interpreted differently.
To be sure, ask yourself:
* Can this statement be proven or disproven?
* Is this based on personal feelings or objective evidence?