Summary of Dear Jan . . . Love Ruth By Nick McIver written by Irfan Suryana

 

(Formal Greetings)

Scenario 1: Formal Greeting

Setting: A business conference. You meet a potential client, Mr. Davis.

You: "Good morning, Mr. Davis. It's a pleasure to meet you." Mr. Davis: "Good morning, [Your Name]. The pleasure is all mine."

Scenario 2: Informal Greeting

Setting: You're at a friend's house, meeting their roommate, Ben.

You: "Hi Ben, nice to meet you. I'm [Your Name]." Ben: "Hey [Your Name], nice to meet you too! Come on in."

Scenario 3: Greeting with a Touch of Familiarity

Setting: You're at a social event and meet a colleague from another department, Ms. Johnson.

You: "Hello Ms. Johnson. I've heard so much about you." Ms. Johnson: "Oh, thank you! It's nice to finally meet you in person."

Key Phrases for Formal Greetings:

• "Good morning/afternoon/evening, [Name]."
• "It's a pleasure to meet you, [Name]."
• "How do you do?"
• "I'm delighted to make your acquaintance."

Key Phrases for Informal Greetings:

• "Hi [Name], nice to meet you."
• "Hello [Name], how are you doing?"
• "Hey [Name], it's good to meet you."
• "What's up, [Name]?"

Remember:

• Tone of Voice: Match your tone of voice to the situation. Formal situations call for a more respectful and reserved tone, while informal situations allow for a more relaxed and casual approach.
• Body Language: A firm handshake, a friendly smile, and good eye contact are important elements of a positive first impression.

By using these phrases and paying attention to context, you can confidently greet people in both formal and informal settings.