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Greeting a person you haven’t Greeting a person you haven’t
seen for a long time (Formal) seen for a long time (Informal)

It has been a long time. How come I never see you?

It’s been too long. It’s been such a long time.

What have you been up to all these Long time no see.
years?
Where have you been hiding?
It’s always a pleasure to see you.
It’s been ages since we last met.
How long has it been?

I’m so happy to see you again.

C. Expressing Goodbyes and Farewells in English

There are many ways of saying good-bye, just as there are many of saying hello, and
it is important to use an expression of the appropriate tone and register. In the end,
it’s all up to your judgement but remember that using a very formal expression with
someone who is your friend, as it may sound sarcastic.

Simple good-byes (Formal) Simple good-byes (Informal)
Good-bye Bye.
Stay in touch. See you.
It was nice meeting you. Talk to you later.
I hope to see you soon. Catch up with you later.
Nice seeing you.

Leaving a place (Formal) Leaving a place (Informal)
I have to leave here by noon. I got to go now.
Is it okay if we leave your home at 9pm? I’ll be leaving from the office in 20
What do you say we leave work a little minutes.
earlier today? How about we jet off to the shops
Would you mind if I leave the dinner now?
before it ends? I’m afraid I have to head off now.
I need to depart for the airport in one hour. Let’s get off work early.

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