English phrases
How to say “pleased to meet you”
Meaning
A polite expression used when meeting someone for the first time to show pleasure in the introduction.
When to use
Used in formal or polite introductions; appropriate when meeting someone for the first time in social or professional contexts.
Hear it in context
John: 'Alice, this is my colleague, Mark.' Mark: 'Pleased to meet you, Alice.' Alice: 'Pleased to meet you too, Mark.'
Alternative expressions
- Nice to meet you
- Glad to meet you
- How do you do?