Real-Life Conversation: Meeting Someone for the First Time
Scene: Two people meet at a networking event.
Alex: Hi! My name is Alex. It’s nice to meet you.
Jamie: Hi, Alex! I’m Jamie. Nice to meet you too.
Alex: What do you do for work, Jamie?
Jamie: I’m a graphic designer. How about you?
Alex: I work in marketing. Are you enjoying the event?
Jamie: Yes, it’s great to meet new people. Have you been to one of these before?
Alex: No, this is my first time. But I’m really enjoying it.
Jamie: That’s great! By the way, where are you from?
Alex: I’m from New York. What about you?
Jamie: I’m from London. But I moved here last year for work.
Alex: That’s interesting! Well, it was great meeting you, Jamie.
Jamie: You too, Alex! Let’s keep in touch.
Key Phrases for Introducing Yourself
When introducing yourself in English, use these common phrases:
Basic Introduction
"Hi, I’m [Your Name]. Nice to meet you."
"Hello, my name is [Your Name]. It’s a pleasure to meet you."
Asking and Sharing Personal Information
"Where are you from?"
"I’m from [Your City/Country]."
"What do you do for work?"
"I work as a [Your Job]."
Talking About Hobbies or Interests
"I love [hobby]. What about you?"
"In my free time, I enjoy [activity]."
Ending the Conversation Politely
"It was nice meeting you!"
"Let’s keep in touch!"
"Hope to see you again soon!"
Practice Exercise
Fill in the blanks with your own information:
Hi, my name is ________. Nice to meet you.
I’m from ________. Where are you from?
I work as a ________. What do you do?
In my free time, I like ________.
It was great meeting you! Let’s ________.
Tips for a Confident Introduction
Smile and make eye contact to show friendliness.
Speak clearly and at a natural pace.
Listen carefully and ask follow-up questions to keep the conversation going.
Practice with a friend or in front of a mirror to build confidence.
By mastering these phrases and strategies, you’ll be able to introduce yourself confidently in English in any situation!
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