English Conversation A1.7

A1.7

Formal and informal introductions

Greeting someone formally

-  Good morning. My name is Steven. It’s a pleasure to meet you.

-  Good morning. I’m Dr. Watson. Please, take a seat.

-  Thank you

Greeting someone informally

-   Hi. How are you?

-   I’m fine thanks. How are you?

-   Very good. Where are you going?

-   To the shops.

-   Ok. Have a good day. I’ll see you later.

-   Thanks. Bye

Formal introduction

-   Mrs. May: Good morning. I’d like you to meet 
Mr. Jones

-  John:         How do you do, Mr. Jones?

-  Mr. Jones: How do you do? It’s a pleasure to meet you

-  Mrs. May:  Mr. Jones is a pianist.

- John:          How delightful. I’d love to hear you play

- Mr. Jones:  Of course

Informal introduction

-          Steve: Who’s that with Jim?

-          Pete:   That’s Julie Smith. I thought you knew her.

-          Steve:  No, I’ve never met here.

-          Pete:   Then I’ll introduce you. Julie, this is Steve. He’s a friend of mine.

-          Julie:    Hi. How are you doing, Steve?

-          Steve:  Good thanks. Why don’t you sit with us?

-          Julie:    Ok, thanks.

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