Meeting someone new starts with a simple introduction. It's the first step to making a friend or connecting with a classmate. The goal is to share a little about yourself and learn a little about them.

Let's start with the most basic part: your name. You can say it in a few ways. Both are friendly and correct.

• "Hello, my name is Maria."
• "Hi, I'm David."

After you share your name, you can ask for theirs. The most common way to ask is simple: "What is your name?" Or, for a more casual feel, just say, "And you?"

Once you've exchanged names, you can share a bit more information. This helps the conversation feel more personal. Good, simple topics are your age or what you like to do for fun.

You can say, "I'm 20 years old." To ask someone their age, you can say, "How old are you?"

Sharing hobbies is a great way to find something in common. You can talk about what you enjoy doing in your free time.

Asking about their interests shows you want to get to know them better. It keeps the conversation going.

Now, let's combine these pieces into a short, friendly introduction. The goal is to make it sound natural, not like you're reading from a script. Here is a simple formula you can follow.

Here's an example of a full, short conversation:

See how that flows? It's a simple exchange of information that opens the door to a longer conversation. Now it's time to review these key ideas.

Ready to check your understanding? This quiz will help you practice what you've learned about introductions.

With these simple phrases, you have the tools to start a conversation with anyone. Practice is the key to feeling comfortable and confident.