When you go into a friend's home, it is polite to greet other people (relatives/roommates) in the house. Say hello and introduce yourself. A conversation may or may not follow.
Tips
Introduce yourself to people you don't know.
Express happiness to meet the other person.
Make small talk.
Useful Phrases
You can call me...
Thanks for coming.
Thanks for having me.
I've heard so much about you.
It's nice to put a face to a name.
You have a beautiful home.
Pair Practice
Listen and read:
A: Hi Mike. I've heard all about you. Jesse says you love to play guitar. B: Yes I do, Mrs. Simpson. Nice to meet you. A: We're glad to finally be able to meet you. Dinner will be ready in about twenty minutes. B: Is there anything I can do to help? A: No, everything is pretty much ready. We're just waiting on the roast. I hope you like roast beef. B: Yes, of course. Jesse tells me you are a fabulous cook.
Further Practice for Pairs
Add a third speaker and create your own lines.
Add an unexpected interruption (phone call, sneeze, doorbell).
Write the next four lines between the two speakers.
Write an inappropriate line and explain why it should not be part of the greeting.
Create a new dialogue that takes place in a friend's home.
