Meeting face-to-face

In this video, Noelia and Vanya meet each other for the first time. Listen to the language they use for meeting face-to-face and practise saying the useful phrases.

Do the preparation exercise first. Then watch the video and do the exercises to check your understanding and practise the language.

Transcript

Ana: Hi! I'm Ana. Welcome to What to Say

Do you know what to say when you meet someone face-to-face for the first time? Listen out for useful language for meeting face-to-face. Then, we'll practise saying the new phrases – after this.

 

Eva: Hi.

Noelia: Hi, Eva. 

Eva: How are you?

Noelia: I'm very well. I love your hair. It's fabulous!

Eva: Thanks, Noelia! 

Vanya: Are you Noelia? 

Noelia: Vanya? 

Vanya: Yes!

Noelia: Hello! It's so good to finally meet you in person!

Vanya: You too! It's great to put a face to a name. I thought you were in Spain this week.

Noelia: I was, but I came back early. So, how are you finding it here?

Vanya: Fine! Really good! All the team have been so welcoming.

Noelia: Good! We have a lovely team here. Now, has Emir set you up with an email address? 

Vanya: He has. I'm all ready to go!

Noelia: Perfect! Is there anything else you need?

Vanya: Not right now, thanks.

Noelia: Well, let me know if I can help at all. 

Vanya: I will, thank you.

Noelia: Actually, I've got an idea. What are you doing later?

Vanya: I haven't got any plans.

Noelia: Great. Meet me here at six. Don't be late!

Vanya: So what's the plan? 

Noelia: We're going to see the local area by bike. I'll show you all the best coffee shops.

Vanya: Cool!

Noelia: Let's go!

 

Ana: Hello again! I think Noelia and Vanya are going to get on really well! So, did you notice the useful phrases used for meeting face-to-face? Listen to me and then repeat. 

 

It's so good to finally meet you in person.

It's great to put a face to a name.

How are you finding it?

Has Emir set you up with an email address?

Is there anything else you need?

Let me know if I can help at all.

What are you doing later?

I haven't got any plans.

 

Ana: Try and use some of these phrases the next time you meet someone face-to-face in English. Bye for now! 

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Submitted by chanthar on Thu, 22/05/2025 - 01:23

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I will show her the fields around here.

Submitted by SHAMNASHAFRIN on Sat, 17/05/2025 - 13:22

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If they're interested to come with me, I'll take them to best hotel nearby, as our place is famous for its food.

Submitted by le thien on Wed, 30/04/2025 - 10:09

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Hi. I'll show you the best beaches in Da Nang city, Vietnam, Hoi An ancient town and i'll introduce you to some delicious local food.

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Submitted by Brkknt on Tue, 29/04/2025 - 14:23

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First, I would take them to historical and natural places. I have been living in Istanbul for 3 years. This city has many landmarks which are well- known such as the Bosphorus, mosques, churches etc. Then, I would take them to Shopping Malls. In my opinion, the Grand Bazaar is the most gorgeous place to shop in Europe. Finally, we would go to green areas. 

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Submitted by bop946 on Sat, 19/04/2025 - 17:33

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I will show to him all city espialy resturant, cafe,and clup

Submitted by cittàutopica on Wed, 05/03/2025 - 16:15

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I will show firstly my city, the beach, the sea, the best restaurants, the museums, then I will suggest we go on a trip to the other places of my region.

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Submitted by Ghofran21 on Fri, 21/02/2025 - 12:32

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Hmmm,I will take them to the places where they could buy their needs firstly,like markets,and malls,I will show them the gardens near by the transportion areas and some  places to have fun.

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Submitted by Alion on Wed, 19/02/2025 - 15:32

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At first of all, I would show the large beach. It's probably the most famous place in the town, where

you can do many activities, even in winter, such as playing football or volleyball and going for a relaxing walk and enjoying  beautiful views 

Submitted by samane key on Wed, 19/02/2025 - 08:01

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In this situation,I would take him to famous places such as museums,historical places ,parks, supermarkets and coffee shops to find out how our city is fabulous.Finally,I would ask him if he wants anything else.

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Submitted by zino on Thu, 06/02/2025 - 13:17

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  • In this situation, I would take them to famous places such as gardens, parks, and supermarkets. I would also show them the mosques where we pray.