強しいて言いうなら

expression

if I had to say; if pressed; if I must choose

Used to preface a reluctant opinion or choice when one would rather not state it outright. Often softens a potentially negative or hesitant statement.

See also: 強いて言えば

• 強しいて言いうなら、もう少すこし辛からい方ほうが好すきです。

  If I had to say, I'd prefer it a little spicier.

• 強しいて言いうなら、この色いろの方ほうがいいかな。

  If I must choose, I guess this color is better.