Phrases to differ respectfully

Question

If I were to disagree with an opinion, how should I write it in a respectful and idiomatic way?

Normally I would write;

"Tinged with regret, I respectfully disagree."

Are there any other phrases or expressions to differ in opinion?

"Tinged with regret" is not idiomatic. – Cascabel_StandWithUkraine_ Nov 18 '20 at 21:45 — Cascabel_StandWithUkraine_, Nov 18 '20 at 21:45
I'm sorry, but I have to disagree with you. – Hot Licks Nov 18 '20 at 21:46 — Hot Licks, Nov 18 '20 at 21:46

score 0 · Accepted Answer · answered Nov 18 '20 at 22:06

"With all due respect, I (regretfully) disagree."

With all due respect

used as a polite formula preceding, and intended to mitigate the effect of, an expression of disagreement or criticism.

I (regretfully) disagree...

is standard English where "regretfully" is probably redundant. But some cultures require that.

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