Introducing a colleague at reception
CEFR: A2
Read/Listen first
At the office reception, a colleague arrives with a visitor for a short meeting. The colleague smiles and says, “This is our new colleague from logistics.” The visitor responds, “Nice to meet you.” The colleague adds, “They work at a software company that supports our warehouse system.” The visitor nods and replies, “Please, call me by my first name.” The receptionist confirms the room number, checks the schedule, and offers visitor badges. The colleague explains the plan: a quick tour, a short introduction to the team, and a briefing about current priorities. The visitor asks polite questions about timing and responsibilities. Everyone thanks the receptionist. On the way to the meeting room, the colleague points out the break area and mentions security rules. The visitor says again that informal forms of address are fine. The tone stays professional and friendly, with simple phrases used to introduce people and clarify roles before the discussion begins.⚡ Learning goals
- Introduce a colleague politely in a professional setting
- Say where someone works using a simple pattern
- Invite others to use informal address when appropriate
✨ Key language
- This is our new colleague “This is our new colleague from support.”
- They work at “They work at a partner company.”
- Please, call me by my first name “Please, call me by my first name.”
⚙️ Rules & Grammar — 4 Structures
1️⃣ This is + role/title
Rule: Use “This is …” to introduce someone politely by role or title.Examples: This is our new colleague from support.; This is the project coordinator.; This is the supervisor on duty.
Common pitfall + fix: Using only a name when roles matter — Add a short role after “This is …”.
Choose the best introduction
Tip: Prefer the formula with “This is …”
Fill with the best answer: This __ our new colleague.
Tip: Use the exact phrase as in the example.
2️⃣ He/She/They work at + company type
Rule: Say where someone works using “work at”. Use “They” as a polite singular if needed.Examples: They work at a partner company.; She works at a software company.; He works at a logistics firm.
Common pitfall + fix: Using on/in with work — Use “work at” before the place or type.
Pick the correct preposition
Tip: Only “work at” fits here.
Fill with the best answer: They ____ at a partner company.
Tip: Use the exact phrase as in the example.
3️⃣ Nice to meet you
Rule: Use this fixed phrase the first time you meet someone.Examples: Nice to meet you.; Nice to meet you, too.; It’s nice to meet you.
Common pitfall + fix: Dropping “to” — Keep the full phrase “to meet”.
Choose the complete phrase
Tip: Use the fixed expression.
Fill with the best answer: _______ to meet you.
Tip: Use the exact phrase as in the example.
4️⃣ Please, call me by my first name
Rule: Invite others to use an informal form of address.Examples: Please, call me by my first name.; Please, call me by my title if needed.; Informal is fine today.
Common pitfall + fix: Saying “Call me I” — Use object pronoun “me” after call.
What is polite and correct?
Tip: Mind the pronoun.
Fill with the best answer: Please, call ___ by my first name.
Tip: Use the exact phrase as in the example.
✍️ Vocabulary
reception
Meaning: a welcome area in a workplaceSynonyms: front desk, lobby
Chunk/Idiom: at reception
Example: Please wait at reception.
Morphology: noun
Self-practice: Say the word aloud, then write a sentence using it.
visitor
Meaning: a person who comes to see someone or a placeSynonyms: guest, caller
Chunk/Idiom: welcome a visitor
Example: We will welcome the visitor.
Morphology: noun
Self-practice: Say the word aloud, then write a sentence using it.
colleague
Meaning: a person you work withSynonyms: co-worker, teammate
Chunk/Idiom: introduce a colleague
Example: Let me introduce a colleague.
Morphology: noun
Self-practice: Say the word aloud, then write a sentence using it.
badge
Meaning: an ID card used for accessSynonyms: pass, ID card
Chunk/Idiom: request a badge
Example: You need a badge to enter.
Morphology: noun
Self-practice: Say the word aloud, then write a sentence using it.
schedule
Meaning: a plan for times and activitiesSynonyms: timetable, plan
Chunk/Idiom: confirm the schedule
Example: Let’s confirm the schedule.
Morphology: noun
Self-practice: Say the word aloud, then write a sentence using it.
tour
Meaning: a short guided visitSynonyms: walkthrough, visit
Chunk/Idiom: give a quick tour
Example: I’ll give you a quick tour.
Morphology: noun
Self-practice: Say the word aloud, then write a sentence using it.
☁️ Examples (+ audio)
This is our new colleague from support.
They work at a partner company.
Nice to meet you.
Please, call me by my first name.
✏️ Exercises
Grammar
Choose the best phrase to introduce someone:
Tip: Start with “This is …”.
Complete the idea about workplace:
Tip: Use “work at”.
Fill with the best answer:
________, ________ ________ ________.Tip: A polite greeting often used in first meetings.
Fill with the best answer:
________, ________ ________ ________ ________ ________.Tip: Invite others to use an informal form of address.
Vocabulary & Comprehension
Which word matches: “ID card used for access”?
Tip: Think of the object used at turnstiles.
Which role matches “external professional who advises”?
Tip: The role often joins for advice, not full‑time work.
Fill with the best answer:
Let’s ________ ________ ________ before we start.Tip: Three words, starting with “define”.
Fill with the best answer:
I will ________ ________ ________ after the meeting.Tip: Three words, starting with “share”.
✅ Guided practice
Mini-dialogue:
A: Could you meet our new colleague from support?B: Nice to meet you. Do you prefer formal or informal address?
A: Informal is fine. Please, call me by my first name.
Why this matters:
Clear introductions help teams work together. Polite phrases reduce confusion. Roles and workplaces set the context for tasks.Verb & Adjective Pack:
introduce — Introduce a colleague before the meeting.clarify — Clarify where the person works.
schedule — Schedule a quick tour.
polite — Use polite phrases at first.
Try & compare:
Fill with the best answer: This is our new colleague from ________.
Tip: Use a department like “logistics”.
Self-correction: Fix the sentence: Please call I by my first name
Tip: Start with “Please,” then the verb.
Practice aloud: Listen, repeat, then type the sentence.
They work at a partner company
Tip: Use the preposition “at”.