How to Introduce Yourself in English – 10 Different Ways
Welcome to Hello English! Whether you’re meeting someone new, joining a class, or starting a job interview, knowing how to introduce yourself in English is one of the most useful skills you can have.
In this lesson, you’ll learn 10 different ways to introduce yourself in English—from simple and casual to professional and detailed. Each example includes a full sentence you can use right away!
10 Ways to Introduce Yourself in English
1. Simple & Friendly (Casual)
“Hi! I’m [Name].”
Perfect for meeting friends, classmates, or people at social events.
2. With a Greeting
“Hello! My name is [Name].”
A bit more polite—great for first meetings.
3. Adding Where You’re From
“Hi! I’m [Name] from [Country/City].”
Example: “Hi! I’m Ana from Brazil.”
4. With Your Job or Role
“Hello! I’m [Name], and I work as a [Job].”
Example: “Hello! I’m David, and I work as a teacher.”
5. In a Group Setting
“Hi everyone! My name is [Name], and I’m from [City].”
Ideal for classrooms, workshops, or team meetings.
6. Formal Introduction (Job Interview)
“Good morning. My name is [Name]. I’m a [Profession] with [X] years of experience in [Field].”
Example: “Good morning. My name is Priya. I’m a software engineer with 5 years of experience in web development.”
7. Adding a Hobby or Interest
“Hi! I’m [Name]. I’m from [Country], and I love [Hobby].”
Example: “Hi! I’m Luis. I’m from Mexico, and I love playing guitar.”
8. On a Video Call or Chat
“Hey! This is [Name].”
Casual and common in online meetings or messaging apps.
9. Very Polite (Formal Event)
“It’s a pleasure to meet you. My name is [Name].”
Use this at conferences, networking events, or formal gatherings.
10. Full Self-Introduction (Detailed)
“Hello! My name is [Name]. I’m from [Country], and I currently live in [City]. I work as a [Job], and in my free time, I enjoy [Hobby].”
Great for language exchange, interviews, or making new friends.
Example Conversation
At a language meetup:
Person A: Hi! I’m Sofia from Colombia.
Person B: Nice to meet you, Sofia! I’m Raj from India.
Person A: Great! What do you do?
Person B: I’m a student. I’m studying engineering.
Tip
Always smile and make eye contact when introducing yourself—it makes a great first impression!
Practice Tip
Write your own self-introduction using #10 above. Include your name, country, job (or student status), and one hobby. Say it out loud 3 times!
Now you’re ready to introduce yourself in English—anywhere, anytime! Bookmark this guide, or try our interactive quiz to practice your introduction skills.
Happy learning! 😊
