There are many ways to say “Nice to meet you!” in English, whether you are meeting someone for the first time or reconnecting with someone you know. Below are various ways you can express this sentiment in different situations.
Ways to Say Nice to Meet You
Formal Ways to Say Nice to Meet You
- It’s a pleasure to meet you.
- It’s an honor to meet you.
- Pleased to make your acquaintance.
- Delighted to meet you.
- How do you do? (formal, but now rarely used)
Informal Ways to Say Nice to Meet You
- Glad to meet you!
- Nice meeting you!
- Great to meet you!
- Good to meet you.
- Happy to meet you.
When Meeting Again
- Great seeing you again!
- Nice to see you again!
- It’s been a while, great to see you!
Conversation Examples
Conversation 1:
- “Nice to meet you,” said Michael.
- “Same here,” said Mary Ann.
Conversation 2:
- Ah, good morning, Mr. Goodman. It’s a pleasure to meet you. I’m Peter Banks from Personnel.
- Do sit down.
Conversation 3
- Nice meeting you, Mitchell. I’m Lamar Quin.
- Glad to meet you, Lamar. I’m Peter, by the way. It’s a pleasure to meet you too!
Conversation 4:
- Happy to meet you, Li Qiang. I am Mark.
- Good to meet you. Wendy’s talked about you a lot.
Conversation 5:
- Good morning, Mrs. Smith. I’m here for an interview by appointment.
- Nice to meet you.
Meeting vs. Seeing
It’s important to distinguish between the words “meet” and “see.” “Nice to meet you” is used when meeting someone for the first time. On the other hand, “Great seeing you” is only appropriate when you are reconnecting with someone you already know. Mixing these two can lead to confusion in social situations.
Last Updated on January 27, 2026
