Saying hello and goodbye – Simple daily english conversation

Saying hello and goodbye – Simple daily english conversation

This beginner-friendly English conversation teaches you how to greet someone and say goodbye politely in simple, daily situations. It’s perfect for English speaking practice, learning English, and improving your daily use English. With easy sentences and real-life dialogue, you can confidently build your conversation skills and learn English in a natural, friendly way.

Character Introduction

  • Emma – A friendly student who likes to meet new people.

  • Lucas – A neighbor who enjoys casual chats and making friends.

Conversation Script

Emma
Hi, Lucas! How are you today?
Lucas
Hello, Emma! I am good, thank you. How about you?
Emma
I am fine too, thanks. Did you just come from work?
Lucas
Yes, I came home a few minutes ago. It was a busy day.
Emma
Oh, I understand. Work can be tiring sometimes.
Lucas
True, but I am happy to be home now.
Emma
That’s nice. Are you free tomorrow evening?
Lucas
Yes, I am free. Why do you ask?
Emma
I thought we could go for a short walk together.
Lucas
That sounds good. I like evening walks.
Emma
Great! We can meet near the park at 6 pm.
Lucas
Perfect. I will see you there at 6 pm.
Emma
Okay, then. I should go now.
Lucas
Alright. It was nice talking with you.
Emma
Same here. Have a good evening, Lucas.
Lucas
Thank you, Emma. You too, have a lovely evening.
Emma
Bye, see you tomorrow!
Lucas
Bye-bye, take care!
Emma
Don’t be late tomorrow!
Lucas
Haha, I promise I won’t. See you!

Most common english phrases used in daily life with examples

1) Hey, how’s it going? — A casual way to ask how someone is.
Example 1: Hey, how’s it going? You look really busy today.
Example 2: Hey, how’s it going? Did your meeting go well?

2) Long day — When your work or school day feels tiring.
Example 1: It’s been a long day, I just want to relax now.
Example 2: She had a long day at school and went to bed early.

3) Glad to hear that — A nice response when someone says they are fine.
Example 1: I finally finished my project. — Glad to hear that!
Example 2: I’m feeling much better today. — Oh, glad to hear that!

4) Got a minute? — Asking politely if someone has a little time.
Example 1: Hey, got a minute? I need your help with something.
Example 2: Got a minute? I want to show you a message.

5) Sounds like a plan — Agreeing with someone’s idea in a fun way.
Example 1: Let’s study together after lunch. — Sounds like a plan!
Example 2: We can meet at the park at 4. — Sounds like a plan!

6) Catch you later — Informal way to say “See you later.”
Example 1: I’m heading out now, catch you later!
Example 2: Class is over, catch you later at the cafeteria.

7) Take it easy — Saying goodbye while telling someone to relax.
Example 1: You’ve done enough for today. Take it easy!
Example 2: Don’t stress too much before the test. Take it easy.

8) Don’t keep me waiting — Playful way to remind someone to be on time.
Example 1: We’re meeting at 7, don’t keep me waiting!
Example 2: Be ready when I call you, don’t keep me waiting.

9) Have a blast — Wishing someone to enjoy themselves.
Example 1: Enjoy your birthday party, have a blast!
Example 2: You’re going on a trip? Have a blast and take pictures!

10) Count me in — Saying yes when invited to join.
Example 1: You’re planning a study group? Count me in!
Example 2: Movie night this weekend? Count me in!

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Useful english alternatives for daily conversations

Base SentenceAlternative ExpressionReal-Life Example Sentence
Did you just comeDid you arrive nowDid you arrive now or a few minutes ago?
Did you come in just nowDid you come in just now? I didn’t hear the door.
Did you get here recentlyDid you get here recently or were you waiting?
Did you reach just nowDid you reach just now? You look a bit tired.
Have you just walked inHave you just walked in? I was looking for you.
Did you show up right nowDid you show up right now or earlier?
Did you just arriveDid you just arrive? I was about to call you.
It was a busy dayI had a packed dayI had a packed day with meetings and calls.
The day was full of workThe day was full of work from morning till evening.
I had a long dayI had a long day, but I finally finished everything.
My whole day was hecticMy whole day was hectic because of deadlines.
It was a tiring dayIt was a tiring day after back-to-back tasks.
The day kept me occupiedThe day kept me occupied with nonstop activities.
I was busy all dayI was busy all day and couldn’t check my phone.
It was nice talkingIt was good talking to youIt was good talking to you after such a long time.
I enjoyed our conversationI enjoyed our conversation; it felt refreshing.
Talking to you was pleasantTalking to you was pleasant and relaxing.
I liked chatting with youI liked chatting with you about your new project.
It felt great talking to youIt felt great talking to you today.
Nice chatting with youNice chatting with you; we should talk again soon.
Had a good talk with youHad a good talk with you; thank you for your time.