Starting college is exciting, but meeting new people can feel difficult at first. This lesson helps you experience natural conversations that students have when introducing themselves, making friends, and starting casual conversations on campus.
Pro Tip: Don’t wait for others to talk to you first. A simple “Hi, is this seat taken?” or “Which course are you taking?” is often enough to start a friendly conversation.
Useful Expressions
- Hi, I’m new here.
- Is this seat taken?
- Nice to meet you.
- What’s your name?
- Which course are you studying?
- Where are you from?
- Are you in the first year too?
- Do you want to join us?
- Let’s grab a coffee sometime.
- See you around campus.
- That’s interesting.
- Really? Tell me more.
- We should study together.
- Here’s my phone number.
- It was great talking to you.
Questions & Answers
1. How do you usually introduce yourself?
I usually say, “Hi, I’m Alex. Nice to meet you.”
2. Where are you from?
I’m from Delhi.
3. What are you studying?
I’m studying Computer Science.
4. Is this your first day?
Yes, it is.
5. Can I sit here?
Of course. Please have a seat.
6. Do you live in the hostel?
Yes, I do.
7. Would you like to have lunch together?
Sure, I’d love to.
8. Are you enjoying college so far?
Yes, everyone has been very friendly.
9. Can we exchange phone numbers?
Absolutely.
10. See you tomorrow?
Sure. See you then.
Conversation
Emma: Hi, is this seat taken?
Ryan: No, please sit down.
Emma: Thanks. I’m Emma.
Ryan: Nice to meet you. I’m Ryan.
Emma: Is this your first week?
Ryan: Yes. Everything is still new.
Emma: Same here. Which course are you taking?
Ryan: Business Management. What about you?
Emma: I’m studying Psychology.
Ryan: That’s interesting.
Emma: Maybe we can study together sometime.
Ryan: Sounds like a great idea.
Real-Life Conversation
Ava: Excuse me, are you waiting for the English class?
Liam: Yes, I think it starts in ten minutes.
Ava: Great. I’m Ava.
Liam: Hi, Ava. I’m Liam.
Ava: Nice to meet you.
Liam: Nice to meet you too.
Ava: Is this your first semester?
Liam: Yes. I just joined last week.
Ava: Same here. Where are you from?
Liam: I’m from Jaipur. How about you?
Ava: I’m from Lucknow.
Liam: Which subject are you majoring in?
Ava: English Literature.
Liam: That sounds interesting.
Ava: What are you studying?
Liam: Mechanical Engineering.
Ava: Do you live on campus?
Liam: Yes, I stay in the hostel.
Ava: Me too. Have you explored the campus yet?
Liam: Not really. I’m still finding my way around.
Ava: I’m planning to visit the library after class.
Liam: Can I come with you?
Ava: Of course. It’ll be nice to have company.
Liam: Thanks. Maybe we can also grab a coffee afterward.
Ava: Sounds perfect. I’m happy we met today.
Quick Practice
Change the Words
Replace the words in brackets.
- Hi, I’m new here. (old)
- Let’s grab a coffee sometime. (tea)
- I’m studying Business. (Engineering)
- Nice to meet you. (see)
- I live in the hostel. (apartment)
Answer the Questions
- How would you introduce yourself?
- What course are you studying?
- Where are you from?
- Would you invite a classmate for coffee?
- What would you say when leaving a conversation?
Complete the Sentences
- Hi, my name is __________.
- I am studying __________.
- I come from __________.
- Would you like to __________ together?
- It was great __________ to you.
Speaking Challenge
Imagine today is your first day at college.
Speak for one minute without reading.
Include these points:
- Introduce yourself.
- Say where you’re from.
- Mention your course.
- Ask the other person’s name.
- Ask what they’re studying.
- Invite them to have coffee or lunch after class.
- End the conversation politely.
Common Mistakes
| Incorrect | Correct |
|---|---|
| I am study Computer Science. | I am studying Computer Science. |
| Nice meet you. | Nice to meet you. |
| Where you are from? | Where are you from? |
| I am in first year. | I am in the first year. |
| We can studies together. | We can study together. |
Lesson Summary
Remember these useful expressions:
- Hi, I’m new here.
- Is this seat taken?
- Nice to meet you.
- Where are you from?
- Which course are you studying?
- Do you want to join us?
- Let’s grab a coffee sometime.
- We should study together.
- See you around campus.
- It was great talking to you.
