How to introduce
yourself in English
By : Gustilarani
What is introduction?
Introduction is an expression of
introduction to know one's identity, we need
to introduce ourselves to a clearer
communication process with whom we talk.
There are two forms of introduction
that is formal and Informal
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A formal introduction is used when you introduce
yourself in a formal room for example. Self in front
of class, workroom, meeting room and Official
forums, such as seminars.
Informal introduction is used when you introduce
yourself to someone at about the same age with you.
Informal introduction id used in a non formal
situation. Usually used on unofficial events or forums,
such as introductions when in public meet new
friends or friends.
There are 3 main poin to make introduce your self
be a good introduction
1. 2. 3.
Opening Main Idea Closing
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A. Opening
Is the first step where you should open by saying greeting.
Greeting has 2 types:
• Formal / Official: Good Morning, Good Afternoon, Good Evening.
• Informal / Unofficial: Hi, Hello
Example in the sentence:
• Good morning Mr. Rudolph, I would like to introduce myself.
(Formal)
• Hi friends, I will introduce myself. (Informal)
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B. Main Idea
What are the content in Introduction?
1. Name
Name there are 2 kinds:
Full Name - Original Name
Nick Name - Popular Name
2. Place and Date Born
To make a sentence about Place and Date Born you will use the
preposition:
- In to Place
- On for Date
Example in Sentence:
I was born in Texas on 31 October 1998
3. Age
Example in Sentence:
I am 18 years old. 6
4. Address 7. Blood Code
Example in Sentence: Example in Sentence:
o I live in Texas. Still common o My blood code is O
o I live at Austin No 40 Round Rock, Texas. Specific
lebis 8. Hobby
5. Status / Status Hobbies are important in delivering introductory
Status has 2 types: material / Introduction. Because of the hobby of
o Marital Status / Relationship chatter can be closer and familiar.
o Occupation Example in Sentence :
Example in Sentence: o I like playing the guitar and listening to the music.
o I am single. - Marital Status.
o I am a student. - Occupation. 9. Family Background
6. Religion For Family Background, you can simply introduce
o If you are Muslim - I am a Moslem. your family in general.
o If you are Christian - I am a Christian. Before introducing your family, it's a good idea to
open it using the following sentence:
o If you are Hindus - I am a Hindoo.
o I would like to tell my family.
o If you are Buddhist-I am a Buddhist.
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C. Closing
Is a cover sentence or often
called Leave Taking
Example in Sentence:
- I think that's enough. Thanks
for your time and your attention.
It's nice to see you
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Example of formal Introduction :
Good morning, let me introduce myself. My name is ARIE
DWI PRASETYO, and you can call me “ARIE. I was born in
Mojokerto on 18th October 1994. I live at Anjasmoro street,
Bangun village, RT/RW: 003/001, Dk. Ploso. Subdistrict:
Pungging, Regency: Mojokerto, Post Code: 61384. I am
studying in SMK Negeri 5 Surabaya in the 12th grade with
the skills competencies of Chemical Industry.My hobbies are
cycling, listen the music , reading comics, watch movie and
comedy because that all make me happy and entertain my
self. I was the youngest of two sisters. I have one sister, her
name is Weni Piji Lestari. She was married and has one child.
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Example of informal introduction :
Hi friends My name is Jack Ortiz. But please call me
Jack or Carlitos. Carlitos is a Spanish name which
means that Masculine in English. I was born in Texas
on 31 October 1998. I am 18 years old. I live at Austin
No. 40 Round Rock, Texas. I live with my parents. I
am single and I am a student. I study at The
University of Texas. I have taken a Business as my
majoring.
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That’s all our learning about
self-introduction
Thank You
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