Learning how to introduce yourself is one of the most important skills when you start speaking English. In this lesson, you will listen to a real monologue where a person shares basic personal information, and then you will practice doing the same thing on your own.
What does Emily say in her introduction? [00:24]
Emily's monologue is a perfect example of a self-introduction. She covers several key topics that are common when meeting someone for the first time:
- Name: "Hey, my name is Emily."
- Age: "I'm 22 years old."
- Occupation: "I'm a student" and "I work as a waiter on the weekends."
- Studies: "I'm in the last semester of electronic engineering."
- Hobbies and interests: "I love reading, traveling, and writing."
- Preferences: "I love animals. My favorite is the dog. I like Mexican food, and my favorite juice is passion fruit juice."
- Daily life: "I like to help my parents with the house chores."
Notice how Emily uses simple present tense throughout her introduction. Structures like I'm, I love, I like, and I work are essential building blocks for describing who you are, what you do, and what you enjoy.
What is the difference between "I love" and "I like"?
Emily uses both "I love" and "I like" to express her preferences. The difference is about intensity. I love expresses a stronger feeling, while I like is more moderate. For example, she says "I love reading" but "I like Mexican food." Both structures are followed by a noun or a gerund (verb + -ing).
How do you talk about your job and your studies?
To describe your occupation, you can use the structure "I'm a" + job or role. Emily says "I'm a student" [00:28]. When she talks about her job, she uses "I work as a" + job title: "I work as a waiter on the weekends" [00:52]. These are very common patterns you can adapt with your own information.
How can you practice your own introduction? [01:08]
The mission for this lesson is to record a video or an audio introducing yourself. You can follow the same structure Emily used:
- Start with your name and age.
- Mention your occupation or what you study.
- Share your hobbies and things you enjoy.
- Talk about your favorite food, animal, or drink.
- Add something about your daily routine.
Using phrases like "My name is...", "I'm ... years old", and "My favorite is..." will help you sound natural and organized. The key is to keep your sentences short and clear, just like Emily does.
Why is self-introduction important in English?
Being able to introduce yourself gives you confidence in real conversations. Whether you are meeting new classmates, attending a job interview, or traveling, a clear and well-structured introduction makes a strong first impression. Practice saying your introduction out loud several times until it feels comfortable.
Now it is your turn. Record yourself and share your introduction in the comment section. What are your hobbies? What do you do on the weekends? Let others know who you are!
