Introduction to Conversational English
Learn conversational English basics: the alphabet, greetings, meeting people, pronouns and to be, basic verbs, adjectives, and open questions.
Saying hello and chatting in a new language can feel daunting, especially when you have just moved to a new country. This beginner course builds your confidence for first conversations in English. You learn the alphabet, greetings, what to say when meeting people, pronouns and the verb to be, and how to describe people. You then practice basic verbs, adjectives, open questions, and present simple questions so you can keep a conversation going and get to know people.
What You Will Achieve
- Pronounce the letters of the English alphabet
- Greet people and introduce yourself correctly
- Use pronouns, the verb to be, and basic verbs and adjectives
- Ask open questions and present simple questions in conversation
Program Overview
Meeting People
First words and introductions.
- A to Z
- Greetings and meeting people
- Pronouns and ‘to be’
- People profiles
Verbs and Questions
Keeping a conversation going.
- Basic verbs
- I’m and adjectives
- Open questions
- Present simple questions
Certificate Awarded (Paid)
Pass the final course assessment to earn it. The course is free to study; the certificate is optional and has a fee.
Job Outlook
Basic conversational English helps newcomers settle in, make friends, and take their first steps toward English at work.
Good for: Complete beginners and newcomers to an English-speaking country who want to start talking.
Keep in mind: It covers first conversations only; the Social English Language Skills course follows on from it.
Bottom line: A gentle, confidence-building first course in conversational English.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are open questions?
Questions that invite more than a yes or no answer, which help keep a conversation going; the course introduces them.
Does the course teach pronunciation?
It starts with how to pronounce the letters of the English alphabet before moving on to greetings and introductions.
What should I take after this course?
Social English Language Skills is designed for learners who have completed this introduction and want to build social English.
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