Basic English Course 1

Unit 1: All About You

Learn how to introduce yourself, start a conversation, ask how someone is doing, and say goodbye in a natural and polite way.

Session 1 Functional Language Beginner Level

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Learning Outcome

By the end of this lesson, you will be able to introduce yourself to a group of people, ask how they are doing, and say goodbye appropriately.

Greetings

Starting a Conversation

Every conversation begins with a greeting. In English, the greeting you choose depends on the time of day and who you are talking to. We use formal greetings for work, teachers, or people we do not know well. We use informal greetings with friends and family.

Formal Greetings

Good morning Use from 5:00 AM to 12:00 PM.

Good afternoon Use from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM.

Good evening Use from 5:00 PM onwards.

Informal Greetings

Hello Standard greeting, safe for any situation.

Hi Friendly and casual.

Hey Very casual, use only with close friends.

Teacher's Tip

“Good night” is not a greeting. We only say “Good night” when we are saying goodbye at night or going to sleep. When you arrive somewhere at night, say “Good evening”.

Polite Conversation

Asking and Answering

After saying hello, it is polite to ask the other person how they feel. This shows you are interested in talking to them.

The Question

How are you? This is the most common way to ask.

The Answer

I am fine, thank you. And you? Always remember to ask them back.

Farewells

Ending the Conversation

When the conversation is over, you need a polite way to leave. Just like greetings, you can use simple phrases to end the interaction on a positive note.

Common Farewells

Goodbye / Bye Standard way to say farewell.

Have a great day A polite and friendly wish for the other person.

Conversation Practice

Let's See It in Action

Read the following conversation between two new classmates. Notice how they use greetings, ask about each other, and say goodbye.

Alex

Good morning! Hello, my name is Alex.

Maria

Hi Alex! I am Maria. How are you?

Alex

I am fine, thank you. And you?

Maria

I am doing great! Nice to meet you.

Alex

Nice to meet you too, Maria. I have to go to class. Goodbye!

Maria

Bye! Have a great day!

Next step

Continue learning

When you finish this lesson, continue with the next section to practice personal details and basic questions in English.

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