Introduction
Happy New Year, everyone! đ Welcome to a new year and a new chance to improve your English skills! In this lesson, weâre diving into a super useful and exciting topicâSending Greetings and Wishes in English!
Imagine this: Itâs New Yearâs Eve or the year’s first week. You want to send the perfect message to your friends, family, or co-workers, but youâre unsure what to say or how to say it. Donât worryâweâve got you covered!
In this lesson, we will teach you all the phrases, tips, and real-life examples you need to confidently send greetings and wishes in English. Whether itâs texting, calling, or writing messages, youâll learn how to express yourself naturally and make a great impression.
By the end of this lesson, youâll feel ready to wish anyone a Happy New Year, share warm thoughts, and stay connected with the people who matter to you. So, letâs get started and make this year your best year for learning English!
Why Itâs Important
Sending greetings and wishes is a way to show kindness and make others feel happy. It’s also a part of many cultures and traditions.
Key Points:
- It Brings People Closer: Sending a greeting shows you care about others, even if you donât see them often.
- Itâs a Common Tradition: In many countries, people send New Yearâs wishes to celebrate and start the year on a good note.
- It Shows Politeness: Using greetings like âHappy New Yearâ or âBest Wishesâ shows respect and friendliness in conversations.
- Itâs Used Everywhere: From social media to emails, greetings are part of daily life, especially during holidays.
Benefits of Learning About the Topic: Sending Greetings and Wishes
Learning how to send greetings in English helps you communicate better and connect with people during special moments.
Key Points:
- Builds Confidence: Knowing the right words to say makes you feel more comfortable during celebrations.
- Improves Your English: Youâll learn new words and phrases, which makes your speaking and writing more natural.
- Helps in Real Life: You can use greetings for family, friends, classmates, or coworkers during holidays or special events.
- Makes You Part of the Festivities: Understanding and using greetings helps you join the celebrations, especially if you’re learning about English-speaking cultures.
Conversation 1: Talking About New Year Plans
- Emma (Student)
- Noah (Part-time Barista)
- Setting: At a cafĂŠ after bumping into each other unexpectedly.
Conversation
Emma: Hey Noah! Happy New Year!
Noah: Oh, hey Emma! Happy New Year to you too! Howâs it going?
Emma: Pretty good! Did you do anything fun for New Yearâs Eve?
Noah: Yeah, I went to a small party with some friends. We did the countdown and watched the fireworks. What about you?
Emma: Same here! We stayed home, though. We watched the ball drop on TV and had some snacks.
Noah: Oh, cool! Did you send out any New Year wishes to your family or friends?
Emma: Of course! I texted my cousins and a few friends. Just a simple âWishing you happiness and health this year!â What about you?
Noah: I did too, but I kept mine really short: âHappy New Year! Letâs make it awesome!â
Emma: That works too! Do you think people prefer short messages or longer ones?
Noah: Honestly, I think short ones are fine. Itâs the thought that counts, right?
Emma: Totally agree. Do you ever call anyone to say âHappy New Yearâ?
Noah: Not really. I just texted. What about you?
Emma: Same! Calling feels a bit formal, donât you think?
Noah: Yeah, it does. By the way, do you have any New Yearâs resolutions?
Emma: I do! I want to focus more on my studies and maybe start learning a new skill. How about you?
Noah: I want to save more money and stay active. Oh, and drink less coffeeâworking at the cafĂŠ makes that hard!
Emma: Good luck with that! Anyway, itâs great to see you. I should get going.
Noah: Same here. Letâs catch up soon. And once again, Happy New Year!
Emma: Happy New Year, Noah! Take care.
Conversation 2: Meeting After New Yearâs Day
- Mia (Aspiring Photographer)
- Liam (Part-time Delivery Driver)
- Setting: Outside a Photo Studio.
Conversation
Mia: Hey Liam! Happy New Year!
Liam: Happy New Year, Mia! Long time no see. How have you been?
Mia: Iâve been good. How about you? How was your New Yearâs celebration?
Liam: Oh, it was nice. I had dinner with my family and we watched a fireworks show. What did you do?
Mia: We had a family dinner too, and I sent greetings to some of my friends online.
Liam: Thatâs great. Do you send a lot of New Year messages?
Mia: Not really. Just close friends and family. I like to write something personal, though.
Liam: Like what?
Mia: Something like, âMay this year bring you success and happiness!â What about you?
Liam: I usually just say, âWishing you a Happy New Year!â Short and sweet.
Mia: That works too! Did you get any interesting replies?
Liam: Yeah, one of my friends sent me a long message about all their plans for the year. It was nice to read, though.
Mia: Thatâs cool. Do you think itâs important to send New Yearâs wishes?
Liam: Definitely! Itâs a simple way to stay connected.
Mia: I agree. By the way, any big plans for this year?
Liam: I want to get a new bike for work and maybe take a short trip. How about you?
Mia: Iâm hoping to work on my photography portfolio and maybe enter a contest.
Liam: That sounds amazing! Let me know if you need help.
Mia: I will. Thanks, Liam! And once again, Happy New Year!
Liam: Happy New Year, Mia. See you soon!
Conversation 3: Discussing How Greetings Differ Across Cultures
- Sarah (Exchange Student)
- Ethan (Engineering Student)
- Setting: At a park after bumping into each other.
Conversation
Sarah: Ethan! Happy New Year!
Ethan: Hey Sarah! Happy New Year to you too! Howâs everything?
Sarah: Pretty good. How did you celebrate?
Ethan: My family had a little get-together. We ate a lot and sent greetings to our relatives. What about you?
Sarah: Same here. Itâs interesting, thoughâback home, we have some unique ways of sending New Yearâs wishes.
Ethan: Really? Like what?
Sarah: In my country, we often write long letters to wish family members good luck for the year. Itâs more formal than just texting.
Ethan: Thatâs so cool! Here, most people just send a quick text or post something on social media.
Sarah: Yeah, I noticed that! Do you think one way is better than the other?
Ethan: Not really. It depends on the person. Some people like long messages; others prefer something short.
Sarah: True. What do you usually write in your greetings?
Ethan: Something simple, like âWishing you health and happiness.â What about you?
Sarah: I try to add something personal, like âHope you achieve all your dreams this year!â
Ethan: Thatâs nice. Do you think greetings bring people closer?
Sarah: Definitely! Itâs a good way to start the year positively.
Ethan: I agree. Anyway, itâs great seeing you. Letâs catch up again soon!
Sarah: Sure thing. Happy New Year, Ethan!
Ethan: Happy New Year, Sarah!
Conversation 4: Planning a New Year Party
- Chloe (Part-time Musician)
- Ryan (College Student)
- Setting: At Chloeâs house, discussing a party they attended.
Conversation
Chloe: Ryan! Happy New Year! Did you enjoy the party last night?
Ryan: Happy New Year, Chloe! Yeah, it was awesome. Thanks for inviting me!
Chloe: Iâm so glad you came. Did you meet anyone new?
Ryan: A few people, yeah. Oh, and I loved how everyone started sending greetings when the clock hit midnight.
Chloe: I know, right? Itâs the best part of New Yearâs Eveâseeing everyone so happy.
Ryan: Absolutely. I was surprised at how creative some people were with their wishes.
Chloe: Oh, like what?
Ryan: One person said, âHereâs to making more memories and fewer mistakes this year.â I thought that was funny.
Chloe: Thatâs a good one! I usually stick to the basics like âHappy New Yearâ or âHope this year is amazing for you!â
Ryan: Same here. But do you ever feel like you have to send messages to people you barely know?
Chloe: Yeah, sometimes. But I think itâs just about being polite. What about you?
Ryan: I agree. I usually send a quick text like, âHappy New Year! Hope itâs a great one for you!â
Chloe: That works! By the way, are you planning to make any resolutions this year?
Ryan: Iâve been thinking about it. Maybe Iâll try to spend less time on my phone. What about you?
Chloe: I want to write more music and maybe perform at more events.
Ryan: Thatâs an awesome goal! Let me know if you need any support.
Chloe: Thanks, Ryan! I will. Anyway, letâs hang out again soon. And once again, Happy New Year!
Ryan: For sure! Happy New Year, Chloe!
Discussion 5: Talking About Family Traditions
- Olivia (Baker)
- Jake (Trainee Mechanic)
- Setting: At a bakery where Olivia works.
Conversation
Olivia: Hey Jake! Happy New Year! What brings you here?
Jake: Hi Olivia! Happy New Year to you too! I just came to grab some fresh pastries. Howâs your year starting?
Olivia: Pretty good. Weâve been busy with New Yearâs orders. How was your New Yearâs Eve?
Jake: It was fun! My family has this tradition of writing down wishes for the year and reading them out loud.
Olivia: Oh, thatâs such a nice idea! What kind of wishes did you write?
Jake: Just simple stuff, like hoping for good health and a better job. Do you have any family traditions?
Olivia: We always bake a special cake for New Yearâs Day and share it with everyone.
Jake: That sounds delicious! Did you also send New Yearâs wishes to friends and family?
Olivia: Of course! I texted my cousins and some old friends from school. What about you?
Jake: Yeah, I sent a lot of messages. My mom even made me call some relatives to wish them a Happy New Year.
Olivia: Oh, I know how that goes! Do you think texting is better than calling?
Jake: I think texting is easier, but calling feels more personal. What do you think?
Olivia: I agree. It depends on the person. I usually call my grandparents and text everyone else.
Jake: Thatâs a good balance. Anyway, whatâs your goal for this year?
Olivia: I want to try new baking recipes and maybe start a blog about it. What about you?
Jake: I want to get better at fixing cars and saving up for a road trip.
Olivia: That sounds awesome! Let me know if you need help planning.
Jake: I will. Thanks, Olivia! And once again, Happy New Year!
Olivia: Happy New Year, Jake! See you around!
Essential Key Phrases and How to Use Them
- Happy New Year!
- Tips: This is the simplest and most common phrase. Use it as a greeting to start a conversation or when meeting someone for the first time in the new year.
- Example: Happy New Year! Howâs your year starting so far?
- Wishing you all the best for the year ahead!
- Tips: Use this phrase in texts or when you want to sound warm and thoughtful. It’s great for formal or casual situations.
- Example: Wishing you all the best for the year ahead! Letâs catch up soon!
- What did you do for New Yearâs Eve?
- Tips: This is a great question to start a conversation about someoneâs celebrations. It shows interest in their experience.
- Example: What did you do for New Yearâs Eve? Did you have fun?
- Did you send any New Yearâs wishes?
- Tips: This is a good way to bring up the topic of sending greetings. Use it when talking about how others celebrated.
- Example: Did you send any New Yearâs wishes to your friends or family?
- I sent a message saying, âHope this year brings you happiness and success.
- Tips: Share examples of greetings youâve sent to help others learn how to craft their wishes.
- Example: I sent a message saying, âHope this year brings you happiness and success.â What about you?
- Do you think texting or calling is better for New Yearâs wishes?
- Tips: Use this phrase to compare different ways of sending greetings. It can lead to an interesting discussion.
- Example: Do you think texting or calling is better for New Yearâs wishes? I usually text.
- I called my grandparents to wish them a Happy New Year.
- Tips: Mentioning personal stories is a great way to model natural conversation and show how greetings fit into daily life.
- Example: I called my grandparents to wish them a Happy New Year. They were so happy to hear from me!
- What kind of wishes did you send?
- Tips: This question encourages others to share their ideas, helping learners pick up new phrases.
- Example: What kind of wishes did you send? Iâm always looking for fresh ideas.
- Hope this year is amazing for you!
- Tips: Short and sweet phrases like this are perfect for casual greetings. Use them when youâre in a hurry or texting.
- Example: Hope this year is amazing for you! Letâs meet up soon!
- I usually keep it simple and say, âHappy New Year!
- Tips: When someone asks what you send, sharing your style helps keep the conversation flowing naturally.
- Example: I usually keep it simple and say, âHappy New Year!â Do you do anything different?
Common Questions with Answers Related to this Topic: Sending Greetings and Wishes
Here are some questions that you might hear often when talking about the topic “Sending Greetings and Wishes.” If you practice these questions and answers, youâll feel more confident when speaking to others. These will help you start conversations, respond naturally, and keep the discussion flowing.
- Question: What kind of New Yearâs greetings do you usually send?
- Example Answer: I usually say something simple like Happy New Year! Hope this year brings you happiness.
- Question: Do you prefer texting or calling to send New Yearâs wishes?
- Example Answer: I prefer texting because itâs quicker, but I call close family members.
- Question: Did you send any New Yearâs messages this year?
- Example Answer: Yes, I sent messages to my friends and family right after midnight.
- Question: Whatâs a good message to send to someone you donât know very well?
- Example Answer: You can say something polite like Happy New Year! Wishing you success and happiness this year.
- Question: Do you think itâs important to send New Yearâs greetings?
- Example Answer: Yes, itâs a nice way to stay connected and show people you care.
- Question: Who do you usually send greetings to on New Yearâs Eve?
- Example Answer: I send them to my family, close friends, and even some co-workers.
- Question: What do you say when someone wishes you a Happy New Year?
- Example Answer: I say, Thank you! Happy New Year to you too!
- Question: How do you respond if you forget to send a New Yearâs greeting?
- Example Answer: I just send a quick message the next day and say, Sorry for the delay! Wishing you a wonderful New Year!
- Question: Whatâs the best way to make your greetings more personal?
- Example Answer: Mention something specific, like their goals or something you appreciate about them.
- Question: Is it okay to send a late New Yearâs greeting?
- Example Answer: Yes, itâs better late than never! Just say, I hope your New Year is off to a great start!
- Question: How many people do you usually send New Yearâs greetings to?
- Example Answer: It depends, but usually 10 to 15 people, including close friends and family.
- Question: Do you think sending handwritten cards is still popular?
- Example Answer: Not as much, but some people still love receiving them because they feel more personal.
- Question: Whatâs a creative way to wish someone a Happy New Year?
- Example Answer: You could write something fun like Cheers to a year full of laughter and success!
- Question: Have you ever forgotten to send New Yearâs wishes?
- Example Answer: Yes, it happens sometimes. I just apologize and send a message later.
- Question: Do you reply to every New Yearâs greeting you receive?
- Example Answer: I try to, even if itâs just a quick Thank you! Wishing you the same!
- Question: What do you write in a New Yearâs greeting to a co-worker?
- Example Answer: Something professional, like Wishing you success and happiness in the coming year!
- Question: Is it common to send greetings through social media?
- Example Answer: Yes, a lot of people post messages or send direct messages on platforms like Instagram or Facebook.
- Question: Whatâs the best way to wish someone whoâs far away?
- Example Answer: A phone call is great, but if thatâs not possible, send a heartfelt text or video message.
- Question: Do you send greetings to people you donât talk to often?
- Example Answer: Sometimes. Itâs a nice way to reconnect, especially during the holidays.
- Question: What do you usually say in a group message for New Yearâs?
- Example Answer: I write something like Happy New Year, everyone! Wishing you all a fantastic year ahead!
- Question: How do you feel when you receive New Yearâs wishes?
- Example Answer: It makes me feel happy and appreciated. Itâs always nice to be remembered.
- Question: Have you ever received a unique or funny New Yearâs message?
- Example Answer: Yes! Once someone wrote, New Year, new me, but Iâm still the same fun person. Letâs stay awesome!
- Question: Do you think younger people send fewer New Yearâs greetings than older people?
- Example Answer: Maybe. Younger people often use social media, while older people might prefer phone calls or cards.
- Question: How do you end a New Yearâs greeting politely?
- Example Answer: You can say, Take care and have a great start to your year!
Conclusion
Letâs quickly recap what we covered today. We talked about why Sending Greetings and Wishes is so important, especially during the New Year, and how it helps you connect with others. You also learned some key phrases, tips, and real-life examples to send warm wishes in English confidently, whether through texting, calling, or even face-to-face conversations.
Now, itâs your turn! Try using what youâve learned to send a greeting or wish to someone today. Practice makes perfect, and every step you take will help you feel more natural speaking English.
Weâd also love to hear from you! Comment below and tell us: What greeting will you send this New Year? Or, if you have any questions, drop them belowâweâre here to help!
Thank you so much for joining us today. Keep learning, keep practicing, and letâs make this year amazing for your English journey.
Happy New Year! đ
