This article provides information on how to introduce one friend to another in a conversational English setting.
Let’s learn how to introduce one friend to another in English. Here are some phrases you can use:
- This is…
- Let me introduce you to…
- I would like to introduce you to…
- I just wanted to introduce…
If you want a more casual approach, try these phrases:
- Have you met… ?
- I don’t believe you know…
- You already know…, right?
- I don’t think you’ve met…
- There’s someone I’d like you to meet.
Here are some common responses to an introduction:
- Good to see you again.
- Nice to meet you.
- Yes, we have met before.
- How are you?
- It’s a pleasure to meet you.
- So nice to meet you.
Study these phrases and try using them in a conversation with a partner. Pay attention to the meaning and usage of these introduction-related questions and answers.
Dialog 1: Old Friend
Anna: James, I would like to introduce you to one of my old friend, John.
John: Hello, James. I’m John.
James: Nice to meet you, John. How long have you two known each other?
Anna: We were high school friends. Then we got into the same college and major. Then… we just met again after graduating.
John: But Anna has told me a lot of things about you, James.
James: Well, I hope they’re good stuff.
Anna: I only tell good things about other people, please.
John: Don’t worry. What Anna said actually made me want to see you in person myself.
Anna: Well, then, can I leave you two alone now? I need to say hello to some other people in this party.
John: We’ll be fine. Thanks for introducing us.
Dialog 2: Anna, John & James
Anna: John, I’ve been looking for you everywhere. Where have you been?
John: Oh, I’m sorry. I met an old friend and lost track of time. Anna, I don’t believe you’ve met James.
Anna: I don’t think so. Hello, I’m Anna.
James: Hello, Anna. I’m James. John’s friend from college.
Anna: I’m sorry if I’m not familiar with you. I don’t think John has ever mentioned your name.
James: Actually, we’re not that close.
John: We just happen to have a mutual friend now and he just gave me his contact.
James: I don’t even think John would have talked to me if it wasn’t for asking for Tom’s number.
Anna: Well, I hope it’s worth leaving me for almost 15 minutes alone in this party.
John: Sorry, honey. Come on, let’s go home. Thank you very much, James. See you soon.
Anna: Nice to meet you, James.
James: So do I.
Dialog 3: between 3 students
Tom: Hey Han, I want you to meet someone special. This is Lily, she’s my high school friend.
Han: Hi Lily, nice to meet you!
Lily: Hi Han, it’s great to meet you too.
Tom: Lily, I have to tell you, Han and I go way back. We were best friends in primary school.
Han: Yeah, those were the days.
Lily: That’s great, it’s always nice to see old friends catching up.
Tom: Han, Lily and I have a lot in common. We’re both interested in photography and love to travel.
Lily: Yeah, Tom has been showing me some of his old photos from his travels and I’ve been blown away.
Han: That’s so cool! I love taking photos too. Maybe we can all go on a trip together someday.
Lily: That sounds like a great idea. I’m definitely in.
Tom: Me too! It’ll be like old times, Han, just with a new friend.
Han: I couldn’t agree more. It’s great to see old friends and make new ones. Welcome to the group, Lily.
Lily: Thanks Han, I’m looking forward to getting to know you both better.
