Easy English: Your Guide to Meeting Someone for the First Time!

Feeling nervous about speaking English when you meet someone new? Don't worry! It's normal. In this guide, we'll teach you simple phrases to help you start a conversation and make a great first impression. These sentences are easy to remember and use. Let's learn how to talk when you meet someone for the first time!

8/18/20251 min read

Step 1: The Greeting

The first thing you do is say hello. It's easy!

"Hi." (Very casual and friendly)
"Hello." (A little more formal)
"Nice to meet you." (Polite and common)

You can also say something simple to start, like asking about the place you are in.

"Is this seat free?"
"Excuse me, are you new here?"

Step 2: Introduce Yourself

After the greeting, you can say your name.

"I'm [Your Name]."
"My name is [Your Name]."

And the other person will often do the same!

Step 3: Ask Simple Questions

This is how you continue the conversation. Ask a question to learn more about the other person.

About work or school:

"What do you do?" (To ask about their job)
"What are you studying?" (To ask about their classes)

About hobbies:

"What do you like to do?"
"Do you like [sports/reading/movies]?"

About the location:

"Do you come here often?" (For a coffee shop, park, or library)
"This is a nice place, right?"

Step 4: End the Conversation

When it's time to say goodbye, you can use these simple phrases.

"It was nice to meet you."
"I'll see you around."
"Talk to you later."
"Have a good day!"

Let's Put It All Together!

Here is a short example of a first meeting.

You: "Hi! Is this seat taken?"

Person: "No, it's not. Please, sit down."

You: "Thanks. I'm Mark. What's your name?"

Person: "I'm Jessica. It's nice to meet you."

You: "Nice to meet you too. What are you studying?"

Final Tip

Practice is the best way to learn! Try to use these phrases with a friend or in your head. The more you use them, the more natural they will feel.