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English for Guidance by Prof. Adel AlSheikh

Introducing Other People

Introductions in Formal Situations

Introductions can occur between more than two people, for example at a party
or at a business meeting. When you meet someone for the first time, it is
common to greet them by saying, "It's a pleasure to meet you," or "Pleased to
meet you." It is polite to respond by repeating the statement back at them, as
Mary does in this example:

Ken: Peter, I'd like you to meet Mary.

Peter: It's a pleasure to meet you.

Mary: It's a pleasure to meet you too!

Ken: Mary works for...

Introductions in Informal Situations

In informal situations, especially in North America, introductions are also made
simply saying, "This is (name)." It is also common to just say "Hi" or "Hello"
as a response in this informal setting.

Ken: Peter, this is Mary.

Peter: Hi. How are you?

Mary: Hello! Pleased to meet you.

Ken: Mary works for...

Common Introductory Phrases

As you can see in the previous examples, there are a number of different
phrases that are commonly used to introduce strangers:

 (name), I don't think you've met (name).
 I don't think you know (name)
 May I introduce you to (name)
 (name), do you know (name)?

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