Meeting new people

In this video, Vanya meets Emir and Yuna. Listen to the language they use for meeting new people 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 new people? Listen out for useful language for meeting new people. Then, we'll practise saying the new phrases – after this. 

 

Vanya: Hi.

Emir: Hello.

Vanya: Are you Paul?

Emir: No, I'm not. But he asked me to meet you. I'm Emir. You must be Vanya.

Vanya: Yes, I am. Nice to meet you.

Emir: You too. Can I show you the office?

Vanya: Perfect. Thanks. 

Emir: So how was your journey?

Vanya: It was fine and it's great to be here!

Emir: Well, it's great to have you here. Can I get you a coffee?

Vanya: Oh, yes, please.

Emir: Ah, Yuna, this is Vanya.

Yuna: Oh, hi, I'm Yuna. Nice to meet you. Welcome to the team!

 

Ana: Hello again! That went well. OK, did you notice the useful phrases used for meeting new people? Listen to me and then repeat. 

 

Hi, I'm Yuna. 

You must be Vanya.

Nice to meet you.

You too. 

This is Vanya.

So how was your journey?

It's great to be here!

Welcome to the team! 

 

Ana: Try and use some of these phrases the next time you meet new people in English. Bye for now!

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Submitted by Dons on Thu, 13/08/2026 - 08:55

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I love meeting new people. I think it always represents a great opportunity.

Submitted by Okaser on Thu, 06/08/2026 - 22:33

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Yes , I like to meet new people who speak english , because I can practice my english level and improve every time that I meet someone.

Submitted by safking on Mon, 03/08/2026 - 16:31

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agree for question today because I studdy at house 

Submitted by JdEnglish23 on Wed, 29/07/2026 - 17:52

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Yes, Sometimes I enjoy meeting new people especially if we share hobbies and interests, like learning new languages or playing soccer.

Submitted by TEKE on Wed, 29/07/2026 - 14:20

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Yes, I do. But I'm a bit shy to talk to new people.

Submitted by Ger on Wed, 08/07/2026 - 04:06

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Yes, I love meeting new people because I like talking to them and learn new things or exchange ideas.

Submitted by Ivan Vocal on Sun, 28/06/2026 - 20:47

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Yes, I do. Meeting new people is fundamental to learning and social interection.