When introducing yourself in English, whether in speech or writing, your introduction often includes the following key sections:

1. Opening (Greeting): A friendly opening to begin the introduction.
2. Main Content: Information about yourself, such as your background, personality, or other details you want to share.
3. Closing: A conclusion or ending that ties it all together.

The content of your introduction can vary depending on the situation (formal, informal, professional, etc.). Here are some details you might include in your introduction:

• Name.
• Age.
• Hometown, current place of residence.
• Hobbies or interests.
• Educational background.
• Work experience.
• Personality, strengths, and weaknesses.

Useful Sentences for Self-Introductions

1. Introducing Your Name

• “Hello, I am + [name].”
• “My (full) name is + [name].”
• “You can call me + [nickname].”
• “Everyone calls me + [nickname].”
• “My nickname is + [nickname].”

Example:
“Hello, my full name is Nguyen Ha Anh. Everyone calls me by my nickname, so you can call me Lily.”

2. Talking About Your Hometown

• “I’m + [nationality].”
• “I was born in + [place].”
• “My hometown is + [place].”
• “I come from + [place].”
• “I grew up / spent my childhood in + [place].”

Example:
“I’m Vietnamese. I was born and raised in Hung Yen City.”

3. Describing Your Current Place of Residence

• “I have moved to + [place] (+ since …).”
• “I have been living in + [place] + for … years.”
• “I’m now living in + [city/street/address].”
• “My current address is + [address].”

Example:
“I moved to Hanoi in 2012 to attend university. My current address is Number 24, Huynh Thuc Khang Street, Dong Da District, Hanoi.”

4. Talking About Your Family

• “There are + [number] + people in my family.”
• “I live with my + [family member(s)].”
• “I have + [number] brothers and + [number] sisters.”

Example:
“In my family, there are four people. I have one older brother.”

5. Describing Your Educational Background

• “I’m now a student at + [school/university], studying + [subject].”
• “I’m a first-year / second-year / final-year student at + [university name].”
• “I graduated from + [university] with a bachelor’s / master’s degree in + [subject].”

Example:
“I graduated from Foreign Trade University with a bachelor’s degree in International Business. Now, I’m pursuing a master’s degree in Marketing at Manchester University.”

6. Talking About Your Job or Work

• “I’m a + [job title] at + [company name].”
• “I work in + [industry/field].”
• “I’ve been with + [company] since + [year].”
• “I work for myself / I’m self-employed.”
• “I run my own business.”

Example:
“I’ve been with Pepsico since 2016. I work in the Marketing Department, and I also run my own small flower shop.”

7. Describing Your Personality

• “I think I’m a/an + [adjective] person.”
• “I consider myself a + [adjective] person.”
• “People usually describe me as a/an + [adjective] person.”

Example:
“I consider myself a dedicated, reliable, and resourceful person.”

8. Sharing Your Hobbies and Interests

• “I’m interested in + [hobby/interest].”
• “I love / enjoy / like + [hobby].”
• “I’m a big fan of + [hobby].”
• “In my free time, I usually + [activity].”

Example:
“In my free time, I enjoy watching movies and listening to music. My favorite genre of movies is action films.”

9. Explaining Why You Enjoy Your Hobbies

• “I enjoy + [hobby] because + [reason].”
• Common reasons include:
  • “It keeps me fit / helps me stay healthy.”
  • “It’s a great way to meet new people.”
  • “It helps me relax after a long day.”
  • “It improves my creativity or skills.”

Example:
“I spend most of my free time playing football because it keeps me fit and helps me meet new friends.”

Tips for a Great Introduction

1. Keep it short and simple.
2. Adjust your tone depending on the situation (formal or informal).
3. Smile and maintain eye contact when introducing yourself in person.
4. Practice your introduction in advance to feel confident.

With this guide, you’ll be able to introduce yourself confidently and naturally in English!