Speaking Module 1: Introducing Yourself and Meeting New People
This module covers essential phrases for introducing yourself, learning about others, and building connections in English-speaking environments.
1. Basic Self-Introductions
“Hi, I’m [Name].”
A straightforward, informal self-introduction. Common in casual settings.
“Hello, my name is [Name].”
More formal, often used in professional environments.
“Hey, I’m [Name]. Nice to meet you!”
Casual and friendly. “Hey” creates a relaxed tone, suitable for social settings.
Listen to the pronunciation of common introductions:
2. Asking for the Other Person’s Name
“What’s your name?”
Direct, suitable for casual settings. Adding a smile can make it feel natural.
“And you are…?”
An indirect way to ask someone’s name after introducing yourself. It’s polite and friendly.
“Can I ask your name?”
A respectful request, often used in formal or professional contexts.
3. Expressing Happiness to Meet Someone
“Nice to meet you!”
Widely used, suitable for both casual and formal introductions.
“It’s great meeting you!”
Enthusiastic and friendly. It’s more casual and creates a warm impression.
“Pleasure to meet you.”
Often used in professional or formal settings, indicating respect.
4. Asking Where Someone Is From
“Where are you from?”
A common question, polite and appropriate in most settings.
“Are you from around here?”
Casual, often used when meeting someone locally.
“Have you lived here long?”
An indirect question about someone’s connection to the area, suitable for starting a conversation about shared experiences.
5. Finding Common Ground or Interests
“So, what do you do?”
A way to ask about someone’s job or career, suitable in social or networking settings.
“What are your hobbies?”
Friendly and open-ended, used after some initial conversation.
“Do you like [activity or interest]?”
Asking about a specific activity (e.g., “Do you like hiking?”) can reveal shared interests and lead to deeper conversation.
6. Showing Interest in the Conversation
“That’s interesting!”
Shows genuine interest in the other person’s story and encourages them to continue.
“Really? Tell me more!”
Expresses curiosity and invites the person to expand. It’s friendly and engaging.
“How did you get into that?”
A follow-up question that demonstrates deeper interest in their experiences.
7. Cultural Insights
Did you know?
In the U.S., it’s common to say “Hi” even in semi-formal settings. People often use “What’s up?” as a casual greeting, not necessarily expecting an answer.
In the U.K., people often greet with “You alright?” or “Alright?”—a question that doesn’t require a detailed answer but serves as a friendly greeting.
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