Greetings & Farewells

Learn how to say hello, check in, and say goodbye naturally in everyday English.

Dialogue Sample

A: Hey! Long time no see! How have you been?

B: I've been really good, thanks! Keeping busy with work. How about you?

A: Pretty good! I actually just got back from a trip. We should catch up properly soon.

B: Oh, that sounds exciting! Yes, let's plan something. I'd love to hear all about it.

A: Definitely! Anyway, I have to run. It was so good running into you!

B: You too! Take care. Talk soon!

Natural Phrases to Know

When someone asks "How are you?"

I've been great, thanks! Not bad, just keeping busy. Pretty good, can't complain! Honestly, a bit tired — but good! I've been fantastic, thanks for asking! Same old, same old. How about you?

When you haven't seen someone in a while

Long time no see! It's been ages! I haven't seen you in forever! What a surprise running into you! We really need to catch up!

When saying goodbye

Take care! It was so good seeing you! Let's do this again soon! We should catch up properly sometime. Talk soon! Don't be a stranger!

Your Turn — Fill in the Blanks

You are Speaker B. Read A's lines and type what you would say.

A: Hey! It's been ages. How are you doing?

A: That's great to hear! I've been a bit stressed with work, but it's getting better. Are you free this weekend?

A: Perfect! Let's grab coffee then. I really have to go now though — I'm running late!