Greetings & Introductions
Use these phrases when you are meeting new people at a social event, at work, or in everyday situations.
Key Phrases
Hey, how's it going?
casualA very common everyday greeting.
Morning! How are you?
neutralFriendly and appropriate for most everyday situations.
I'm [Name], by the way.
casualAdd this naturally after chatting with someone for a few minutes.
I don't think we've met. I'm [Name].
neutralA confident way to introduce yourself to a stranger at an event.
Nice to meet you.
neutralThe most standard response when someone tells you their name.
It's a pleasure to meet you.
politeMore formal and respectful; good for business contexts.
This is [Name].
casualA simple, direct way to introduce a friend or colleague.
I'd like you to meet [Name].
neutralA slightly softer and more polite way to introduce someone.
Are you from around here?
casualA friendly way to ask if they are local to the area.
Where are you from originally?
neutralUseful if you want to know their hometown or country.
What do you do?
casualThe most common way to ask someone what their job is.
What line of work are you in?
politeA bit more professional, often used at networking events.
So, how do you know the host?
casualA great conversation starter at a party.
Have you been to one of these events before?
neutralGood for making small talk at conferences or meetups.
Catch you later.
casualA quick, friendly way to say goodbye to someone your own age.
Well, I should get going. It was great to meet you.
neutralA polite way to exit a conversation without being rude.