Greetings and Introductions Vocabulary
Hello and welcome to this English vocabulary lesson about Greetings and Introductions!
Today, we’re going to learn about basic greetings and introductions. These are important phrases that help you start conversations and build new friendships every day.
Introduction to Greetings and Introductions
Greetings and introductions are the first words we say when we meet someone. They help us show respect, share our name, and start a friendly conversation. Whether you say “Hello” with a smile 😊 or “Good morning” in a formal setting, greetings make people feel welcome.
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Common Greetings
Greetings can be formal or informal. They help us show respect and friendliness when meeting or saying goodbye to someone.
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- Formal Greetings:
- “Good morning” – used until noon 🌅
- “Good afternoon” – used from noon until early evening ☀️
- “Good evening” – used after 6 p.m. 🌙
- Informal Greetings:
- “Hello” 👋
- “Hi” 👋
- “Hey” (more casual) 😄
- Time-Specific Greetings:
- “Good night” – used when saying goodbye in the evening or before bed, not as a greeting 🌜
Introducing Yourself
When you meet someone new, you introduce yourself. This is the first step in a conversation.
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- Basic Phrases:
- “My name is [Your Name].”
- “I’m [Your Name].”
- Example: “Hello, my name is John.” or “Hi, I’m Sarah.” 😊
- Asking for Someone’s Name:
- “What’s your name?”
- “May I ask your name?”
Dialogue: Greetings and Introductions
Here are some simple dialogues to show how greetings and introductions work:
Dialogue 1:
A: “Hi, I’m Alex. What’s your name?”
B: “Hello Alex, I’m Maria.” 👋
Dialogue 2:
A: “Good morning, I’m Tom.”
B: “Nice to meet you, Tom. I’m Lisa.” 😊
Dialogue 3 (Introducing Others):
A: “Sarah, this is my friend, Mark.”
B: “Nice to meet you, Mark.”
C: “Pleased to meet you, Sarah.”
Asking and Responding to “How Are You?”
A common question in greetings is “How are you?” Here are some phrases and responses:
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- Question: “How are you?” or “How are you doing?”
- Response: “I’m fine, thank you. And you?”
- Response: “Doing well, thanks. How about you?”
Non-Verbal Greetings
Your body language is also important when greeting someone. These non-verbal cues help express friendliness:
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- Handshakes 🤝
- Nods 🙆
- Waves 👋
- Smiles 🙂
A Simple Story About Greetings and Introductions
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Today, Anna meets a new friend at her community center. In the morning, Anna smiles brightly and says, “Hello!” with a warm smile 😊. She adds, “My name is Anna.“
Her new friend replies, “Hi, I’m Ben.” while waving his hand 👋. They shake hands and say, “Nice to meet you.”
Later, Anna asks, “How are you?” and Ben responds, “I’m fine, thank you. And you?”
At lunch, Anna introduces Ben to her teacher by saying, “This is Ben.” Her teacher smiles and replies, “Pleased to meet you, Ben.”
Throughout the day, Anna and Ben use both words and gestures. They nod, wave, and share friendly smiles. When it is time to leave, they say, “Good night!” as they part ways in the evening 🌜.
By using greetings and introductions, Anna and Ben start a wonderful friendship. Their kind words and warm gestures make everyone feel welcome!