Greetings & Introductions
5 lessons to help you communicate with confidence
Overview
Learn how to introduce yourself, greet people in different settings, and make small talk. This is the foundation for all your daily interactions in Canada.
Key Vocabulary
Hello / Hi / Hey
Nice to meet you
How are you doing?
I am from...
My name is...
Take care / See you later
Have a good day
What do you do?
Useful Phrases
“Hi, I am [name]. I just moved here from [country].”
Meeting a new neighbour
“Nice to meet you! How long have you lived here?”
Starting a conversation
“What do you do for work?”
Common small talk question
“The weather has been really nice lately, hasn't it?”
Canadian weather small talk
Tips
- 1Canadians often greet with 'How are you?' as a greeting, not a real question. A simple 'Good, thanks! And you?' works.
- 2A firm handshake is common in professional settings.
- 3Smiling and making eye contact shows friendliness.
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