Simple Conversations in English

Meeting someone for the first time.

• "Hello. My name is John."
• "Hello John, I'm Amy. Nice to meet you."
• "Nice to meet you too."

Meeting someone you know.

• "Hi John. How are you?"
• "I'm good. How are you?"
• "I'm alright. Just a bit tired."
• "Why's that?"
• "I'm not sure. Maybe I'm working too hard."

At the shop.

• "How much is this apple, please?"
• "It's 50 pence."
• "Okay. I'll take two, please."

Asking for directions.

• "Excuse me, where's the post office?"
• "It's just down the road, on the left."
• "Thank you very much!"

Talking about the weather.

• "Isn't it a lovely day?"
• "It is. But it's a bit hot for me."
• "Really? I love it hot!"

In a restaurant.

• "Can I have the menu, please?"
• "Of course. Here it is."
• "Thanks. Could I have a glass of water?"

Talking about hobbies.

• "What do you like doing in your free time?"
• "I read a lot. How about you?"
• "I like playing football."

Making plans.

• "Are you free tomorrow night?"
• "I think so. Why?"
• "There's a band on at that pub we like."
• "Sounds good. Do you want a lift?"
• "Yes please! About seven o clock?"
• "Cool. See you then!"

Saying goodbye.

• "I have to go now."
• "It was nice talking to you."
• "You too! See you later."

Go to Conversations 2, the next video in the series.