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(Asking Someone's Condition)
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Scenario 1: Casual Conversation
- You: "Hey Sarah, how are you doing today?"
- Sarah: "Hi [Your Name]! I'm doing well, thanks. How about you?"
- You: "I'm good, thanks. Just a bit tired from the long week."
- Sarah: "Oh, I hear you! I'm looking forward to the weekend. Any plans?"
- You: "I'm thinking of going hiking. How about you?"
- Sarah: "That sounds nice! I'm going to visit my family. Hope you have a good weekend!"
- You: "Thanks, you too!"
Scenario 2: More Formal Conversation
- Boss: "Good morning, [Your Name]. How are you today?"
- You: "Good morning, [Boss's name]. I'm fine, thank you. How are you?"
- Boss: "I'm well, thank you. Did you have a good weekend?"
- You: "Yes, thank you. I had a relaxing weekend. How was yours?"
- Boss: "It was good. I spent some time gardening. Now, let's get started on today's tasks."
Key Phrases for Asking How Someone Is Doing:
- "How are you?"
- "How are you doing?"
- "How are you today?"
- "How's it going?"
- "What's up?" (Informal)
Key Phrases for Responding:
- "I'm fine, thank you."
- "I'm doing well."
- "I'm good, thanks."
- "I'm great!"
- "Not too bad, thanks."
- "I'm a little tired today."
- "I'm having a good day."
Remember:
- Tone of Voice: Adjust your tone based on the situation and your relationship with the person. Be more formal with colleagues and acquaintances, and more casual with friends and family.
- Body Language: Maintain eye contact and use appropriate body language to show that you are engaged in the conversation.
By using these phrases, you can easily initiate and respond to greetings and inquiries about how you and others are doing in English.
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