How to Introduce Yourself in English
Meeting new people is one of the first things you do when learning English. This guide shows you how to say your name, talk about where you are from, and share your interests. These phrases work in any situation — at school, at work, or with new friends.
Saying Your Name
The first step is to tell people your name. You can use different phrases depending on how formal the situation is.
Hello, my name is Ahmed.
Hi, I am Sarah. Nice to meet you.
Pleased to meet you. I am Khalid.
What is your name?
Where You Live
After your name, people often ask where you are from or where you live. Use simple sentences with "I am from" or "I live in".
I am from Saudi Arabia.
I live in Riyadh.
I moved to London last year.
Where are you from?
Your Job and Hobbies
People like to know what you do. You can talk about your job or your studies. You can also share what you enjoy doing in your free time.
I am a student.
I work in a bank.
I like reading and cooking.
In my free time, I play football.
What do you do?
Quick Practice
Introduce yourself out loud using these prompts.
- Say your name and where you are from.
- Tell someone where you live now.
- Say what your job is (or what you study).
- Share one hobby you enjoy.
Next step: Daily English Conversation guide or Basic English for Work.
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