Conversação: Participando de Reuniões
Aprenda a dar sua opinião, concordar, discordar e participar ativamente de reuniões de trabalho em inglês.
Participar bem de uma reunião não é só “falar inglês”. É saber entrar na conversa, pedir clareza, concordar ou discordar com educação e ajudar a reunião a avançar.
📖 Short Text
During a weekly meeting, the team is discussing a new project deadline.
One person thinks the timeline is realistic, but another colleague disagrees.
They ask clarifying questions, share their perspectives, and suggest a follow-up meeting.
Before moving on to the next topic, the manager summarizes the main decision and checks if anyone has final questions.
In the end, they wrap up the meeting with clear next steps.
🔑 Key Words
From my perspective... Expressão
Definição: A polite way to introduce your opinion.
Exemplo: From my perspective, the project is on the right track.
I have a different view Expressão
Definição: A polite way to disagree.
Exemplo: I’m afraid I have a different view on this.
clarify Verbo
Definição: To make something clear or easier to understand.
Exemplo: Could you clarify what you mean?
move on Phrasal verb
Definição: To continue to the next topic.
Exemplo: Let’s move on to the next item.
wrap up Phrasal verb
Definição: To finish and close something.
Exemplo: Let’s wrap up this meeting.
💬 Discussion Questions
1️⃣ What do you usually talk about in meetings at your job?
Exemplo: We usually discuss priorities, deadlines, and project updates.
2️⃣ How do you usually express your opinion in a meeting?
Exemplo: I usually say “In my opinion…” or “From my perspective…”
3️⃣ What do you say when you disagree politely?
Exemplo: I say “I see your point, but…” or “I have a different view.”
4️⃣ What do you do if you don’t understand a term or idea in a meeting?
Exemplo: I ask for clarification, like “Could you clarify what you mean?”
5️⃣ Do you feel comfortable interrupting in meetings? Why or why not?
Exemplo: Sometimes I do, but I try to interrupt politely.
6️⃣ What phrases help a meeting move forward?
Exemplo: “Let’s move on”, “Let’s summarize”, and “What are the next steps?”
7️⃣ Who usually summarizes decisions in your meetings?
Exemplo: Usually the manager, but sometimes the team lead does.
8️⃣ What makes a meeting productive for you?
Exemplo: Clear agenda, short discussions, and clear action items.
9️⃣ What is a common problem in meetings you’ve attended?
Exemplo: People talk too much, or decisions are not clear.
🔟 What is one phrase you want to start using more in meetings?
Exemplo: “From my perspective…” because it sounds professional.
✏️ Atividade: Complete as Frases da Reunião
Escolha a palavra ou expressão correta para completar cada frase usada em reuniões.