I remember my early days of teaching English, and one thing was crystal clear—greetings are the heartbeat of language because that’s where you begin.
So, here’s a game-changer for you: we’ve crafted 15 engaging conversations at three different proficiency levels.
Whether you’ve got fresh beginners, cruisy intermediates, or advanced chatterboxes, these greetings are the secret sauce that you can make them practice with.
Table of Contents
ESL Conversations on Greetings for Beginner Level
ESL Conversation 1: Meeting a Friend
Person A: Hello! How are you?
Person B: Hi! I’m good, thanks. How about you?
Person A: I’m good too. This is my friend, Sarah.
Person B: Hello, Sarah!
Sarah: Hi! Nice to meet you.
Person B: Nice to meet you both.
ESL Conversation 2: Formal Greetings in a Business Setting
Person A: Good morning, Mr. Johnson. How are you?
Mr. Johnson: Good morning. I’m well, thank you. And you?
Person A: I’m good, thank you. Did you have a good weekend?
Mr. Johnson: Yes, it was good. How about you?
Person A: It was good too. Now, about our work…
ESL Conversation 3: Meeting a Neighbor
Person A: Hi! Welcome to the neighborhood!
New Neighbor: Hi! Thank you.
Person A: I’m Jane. Nice to meet you.
New Neighbor: I’m Mike. Nice to meet you too.
Person A: If you need help, just ask.
Mike: Thanks, Jane!
ESL Conversation 4: Informal Greetings among Friends
Person A: Hey! How’s it going?
Person B: Hey! Not much. How about you?
Person A: Just hanging out. Have you seen the new movie?
Person B: Yeah, it’s cool. You should watch it.
Person A: Cool, I will. How’s your job?
Person B: It’s good. I like it.
ESL Conversation 5: Greetings at a Family Gathering
Person A: Hi, Grandma! It’s good to see you!
Grandma: Hello, dear! How are you?
Person A: I’m good, Grandma. Have you met my cousins?
Grandma: Not yet. Go say hi.
Person A: Okay, thanks, Grandma!
ESL Conversations on Greetings for Intermediate Level
ESL Conversation 6: Meeting a Friend
Person A: Hey there! Long time no see! How have you been?
Person B: Hey! I’ve been great, thanks. What about you? Anything new?
Person A: Not much, just keeping busy with work and life. By the way, have you met my friend, Sarah?
Person B: Hi Sarah! Nice to meet you.
Sarah: Hello! Likewise. How are you both doing?
Person A: We’re doing well. We were just catching up. How about you?
Sarah: I’m good, thanks. So, what have you guys been up to lately?
Person B: Well, I started a new job, and I’ve been adjusting to the changes. And you?
Sarah: I recently took up a photography course. It’s been exciting!
Person A: That sounds amazing! We should catch up more often.
ESL Conversation 7: Formal Greetings in a Business Setting
Person A: Good morning, Mr. Johnson. How are you today?
Mr. Johnson: Good morning. I’m well, thank you. And yourself?
Person A: I’m doing fine, thank you. Did you have a good weekend?
Mr. Johnson: Yes, it was quite relaxing. How about you?
Person A: I had a great weekend, thank you. Now, about the upcoming presentation…
ESL Conversation 8: Meeting a Neighbor
Person A: Hello! I noticed you just moved in. Welcome to the neighborhood!
New Neighbor: Hi! Thank you so much. We’re excited to be here.
Person A: I’m Jane, by the way. Nice to meet you.
New Neighbor: I’m Mike. Pleasure to meet you too, Jane.
Person A: If you need anything or have questions about the area, feel free to ask.
Mike: Thanks, Jane! We’ll definitely keep that in mind.
ESL Conversation 9: Informal Greetings among Friends
Person A: Yo, what’s up, dude?
Person B: Hey! Not much, just chilling. How about you?
Person A: Same here. Hey, have you seen the latest movie everyone’s talking about?
Person B: Yeah, I caught it last weekend. It was awesome! You should check it out.
Person A: Definitely on my list. By the way, how’s your new job going?
Person B: It’s going well. The team is cool, and I’m enjoying the work.
ESL Conversation 10: Greetings at a Family Gathering
Person A: Hi, Grandma! It’s so good to see you!
Grandma: Oh, sweetheart, it’s wonderful to see you too. How have you been?
Person A: I’ve been good, busy with school. And you, Grandma?
Grandma: I’m doing well, dear. The family is all here. Have you said hi to your cousins?
Person A: Not yet. I’ll go catch up with them. Thanks, Grandma!
ESL Conversations on Greetings for Advanced Level
ESL Conversation 11: Meeting a Friend
Person A: Hey there! It’s been ages! How’s life treating you?
Person B: Hey! Life’s a rollercoaster, you know? Ups, downs, the whole shebang. What about you?
Person A: Hanging in there. By the way, this is my buddy, Sarah.
Person B: Sarah, meet the crew. Crew, meet Sarah.
Sarah: Hey, everyone! Nice to dive into this social mix. How’s the gang doing?
Person A: We’re keeping the flame alive. So, what’s the latest scoop in your world?
Sarah: Recently picked up photography. It’s my jam now!
Person A: That’s awesome! We should catch up more often and swap tales.
ESL Conversation 12: Formal Greetings in a Business Setting
Person A: Morning, Mr. Johnson! Ready to tackle the day?
Mr. Johnson: Morning! As ready as I’ll ever be. How about you?
Person A: Same here. Weekends treat you well?
Mr. Johnson: Yeah, took it easy. How ’bout you?
Person A: Had a blast. Anyway, let’s dive into the nitty-gritty of that presentation…
ESL Conversation 13: Meeting a Neighbor
Person A: Hey! New face in the ‘hood! Welcome aboard!
New Neighbor: Thanks! Excited to be here.
Person A: I’m Jane, resident troublemaker. Nice to meet you.
New Neighbor: Mike. Pleasure’s mine, Jane.
Person A: Need the lowdown on the ‘hood or just some friendly banter, I’m your go-to.
Mike: Appreciate that, Jane! Will keep that in mind.
ESL Conversation 14: Informal Greetings among Friends
Person A: Yo, what’s good?
Person B: Hey! Chillin’. You?
Person A: Same old. Caught that movie everyone’s buzzing about?
Person B: Yeah, last weekend. It’s a ride. Check it out.
Person A: For sure. How’s the new gig treating you?
Person B: It’s a vibe. Good peeps, interesting work.
ESL Conversation 15: Greetings at a Family Gathering
Person A: Hey, Grandma! Lookin’ good!
Grandma: Sweetie! How’s the hustle and bustle of life treating you?
Person A: Surviving the academic storm. And you, Grandma?
Grandma: Can’t complain. The fam’s all here. You said hi to your cousins?
Person A: Not yet. On it, Grandma! Thanks!
There you have it, a treasure trove of 15 conversations tailored for any ESL class. I’ve been there, juggling the levels, and these conversations are your golden ticket.
Share those personal stories, spark discussions, and witness the magic of language unfold in your classroom. Here’s to memorable lessons and happy teaching!