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Basic Bootcamp , Lesson 1 - Self Introduction - Basic Greetings in English

Chihiro Hey everybody, I'm Chihiro and you're listening to

Basic Bootcamp Lesson 1 - Self Introduction - Basic
Greetings in English.
Ryan Hi everybody, I'm Ryan and welcome to our 5 part
series that will help you understand the English
language just a little better.
Chihiro Right, we're starting off with the basics so that you can
brush up on your existing English, but we'll also try to
expand on our explanation for those who are a little
more advanced and want some insight.
Ryan Yup, either way, you can learn English with us in a
modern and fun way that fits your lifestyle. By the way
Chihiro, bootcamp?... Sounds a bit scary doesn't it?
Chihiro Yes, that's just to keep you on your toes, but don't
worry, I'm sure you'll enjoy the lesson.

Ryan In this lesson you'll will learn how to introduce yourself

1 Chihiro
formally and casually
The formal conversation takes place in an office, and
the casual one takes place at a party
Ryan Each conversation is between two people
Chihiro The speakers are business people in the first
conversation, and in the second they are a friend and a
family member.

Formal
Mr. Anderson Hello, nice to meet you. I'm Hugo Anderson.
Ms. Smith Hi, Mr. Anderson. I'm Kendra Smith, nice to meet you
too.
Mr. Anderson Please call me Hugo.

Informal
Hugo Hey, I'm Hugo. How's it going?
Kendra Hi there, I'm Kendra, Anthony's sister.
Hugo So you're his sister! I'm his roommate!
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Chihiro Now introductions are first impressions that require

both sides to do the right thing. That's why it's
important to do them correctly, especially if the
occasion is formal. Look in the person's eyes when
you talk to him or her, but don't stare for too long.
Ryan And offer a friendly smile because that's always a
kind gesture. Remember to talk in a voice that's
audible, but don't shout.
Chihiro It's also common to shake hands with people you
meet for the first time, both in formal and informal
situations. It's a very old custom that has various
stories explaining its origin.
Ryan Shaking hands requires both parties to do it correctly.
If you don't usually shake hands in your country, this
might feel odd.
Chihiro So just give a light squeeze that's not too strong and
not too limp.
Ryan Now, in general, people call others by their first
name, both among friends and also in business.
However, there are situations when people address
others by "Mr.," "Ms.," "Miss," "Mrs.," "Dr.,"
"Professor," and so forth.
Chihiro It might be kind of hard to decide at first, so if you
're unsure of whom to call what, you can start with
2 "Mr." for men and "Ms." for women, and then the
person may tell you to call him or her something else.

Ryan Let's take a look at the vocabulary for this lesson.

The first word we shall see is:
Chihiro to meet [natural native speed]
Ryan to come together
Chihiro to meet [slowly - broken down by syllable]
Chihiro to meet [natural native speed]

Next:"
to be [natural native speed]
Ryan to exist or to exist as
to be [slowly - broken down by syllable]
to be [natural native speed]

Next:"

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Chihiro please [natural native speed]

Ryan used for polite requests
Chihiro please [slowly - broken down by syllable]
Chihiro please [natural native speed]

Next:"
sister [natural native speed]
Ryan female sibling
sister [slowly - broken down by syllable]
sister [natural native speed]

Next:"
Chihiro roommate [natural native speed]
Ryan a person living in the same room, apartment or house
Chihiro roommate [slowly - broken down by syllable]
Chihiro roommate [natural native speed]

Ryan Let's have a closer look at the usage for some of the
words and phrases from this lesson.
Chihiro The first phrase is....
Ryan Hello
Chihiro vs.
Ryan Hi
3 Chihiro vs.
Ryan Hey
Chihiro These three words mean the same thing. "Hello" is
more formal than "hi"; however, in many formal
situations, it's okay to use "hi." We only use "hey"
with informal company.
Ryan Good point, now let's look at
Chihiro "Nice to meet you"
Ryan and
Chihiro "How's it going?"
Ryan "Nice to meet you" is a standard phrase we say when
we meet somebody for the first time. You can reply
by using the same phrase and adding "too." You can
also say "pleasure" or "pleased to meet you." We use

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"how's it going" in informal situations, as well as to

people you already know instead of asking "how are
you?"
Chihiro Now, the next phrase is,
Ryan "Please call me..."
Chihiro You can tell the other person what you would like
him or her to call you. This is always helpful for both
people. Some people prefer others to call them by a
nickname, and they will tell you so.
Ryan And the last phrase is,
Chihiro "Anthony's sister"
Ryan and
Chihiro "I'm his roommate"
Ryan Sometimes you can tell the person your relation to
somebody he or she might know so that the person
can get a better idea of who you are.
Chihiro Good point, now onto another good point, the
grammar

Ryan Now, the only grammar we'd like to go over is the

verb "to be"
Chihiro Now is a good time to know the meaning of the verb
4 "to be." We use this verb to point out the identity of
something, and we use it as an auxiliary verb as well.
Therefore, we use it A LOT!
Ryan It's conjugated as,
Chihiro I am, you are, he is, she is, it is, we are, they are
Ryan It's the main verb in the introductions. Even
advanced English speakers get the conjugation wrong
from time to time, so make sure you know it by heart!
That just about does it for today. [marketing piece]
Ryan See you all next time.
Chihiro Bye for now!

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