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I'm currently participating in a class to practice English by speaking only in it. But there is a person who always talks too much for other people to get a chance to speak. Here, I'd like to say like this.( there are 3 people in a group.)
It has to be guaranteed that we can speak the same amount.
It has to be guaranteed that I can speak the same amount as the others do
Are these two sentences the same meaning?
They mean the same thing, but neither is particularly naturally worded. The passive construction and verb choice make them a bit awkward, I think. Consider the following alternatives:
I would like us to all speak the same amount in our group.
We should allot everyone equal time to speak.
or, if you'd like the phrase to be more imperative,
We must ensure that each member of our group receives equal speaking time.
