Nice meeting you
Meeting goodbye
직역: It was nice meeting you
Use this phrase to end a first-time conversation politely and warmly before walking away.
15초 만에
- Say it only to people you met for the first time.
- Use it at the end of the conversation before leaving.
- It signals that you enjoyed the interaction and are being polite.
뜻
This is a friendly way to say goodbye to someone you just met for the first time. It shows you enjoyed the conversation and want to leave a positive impression.
주요 예문
3 / 6Leaving a party
It was really nice meeting you, Sarah!
It was really nice meeting you, Sarah!
Ending a job interview
Thank you for your time, it was nice meeting you.
Thank you for your time, it was nice meeting you.
Texting after a first date
Hey! Just wanted to say it was nice meeting you tonight.
Hey! Just wanted to say it was nice meeting you tonight.
문화적 배경
This phrase reflects the 'politeness culture' prevalent in the US, UK, and Canada, where acknowledging a new connection is a social requirement. It evolved from more formal 19th-century introductions into a versatile, everyday tool for social bonding. Interestingly, Americans often use it more enthusiastically than the more reserved British 'Pleased to meet you.'
The 'Too' Rule
If you say it back to someone, don't forget the 'too' at the end! It feels much warmer than just repeating the phrase exactly.
First Times Only
Never use this for someone you've met before. If you do, it implies you forgot you ever met them, which can be a bit insulting!
15초 만에
- Say it only to people you met for the first time.
- Use it at the end of the conversation before leaving.
- It signals that you enjoyed the interaction and are being polite.
What It Means
Nice meeting you is the standard 'exit' phrase for new acquaintances. It tells the other person that the time you spent together was pleasant. It is like a verbal handshake at the end of a conversation. You are basically saying, "I'm glad we got to talk!"
How To Use It
Use this phrase right before you walk away. It usually comes after the main conversation is finished. You can say it while standing up or as you turn to leave. Often, people add a small wave or a smile. If someone says it to you first, just reply with You too! or Nice meeting you, too! It is simple, sweet, and very hard to mess up.
When To Use It
Use it whenever you meet someone for the very first time. This works at a friend's birthday party when meeting their cousins. It works at a coffee shop if you chat with a stranger. It even works in professional settings like a job interview. If you didn't know their name ten minutes ago, this is your phrase. Just remember: it is for the end of the talk, not the beginning.
When NOT To Use It
Do not use this with your best friend or your mom. You already know them! If you say it to someone you have known for years, they will think you have amnesia. Also, do not use it if the meeting was a total disaster. If you both spent the whole time arguing, saying it was nice might sound like heavy sarcasm. Avoid saying it the moment you say hello; that is for Nice to meet you instead.
Cultural Background
In English-speaking cultures, we hate awkward silences at the end of chats. We use 'politeness markers' to signal that a social interaction is closing. This phrase became the 'gold standard' because it is safe and warm. It bridges the gap between being strangers and being acquaintances. It shows you value the social connection, even if it was short. It is a small way to keep the world feeling friendly.
Common Variations
It was a pleasure meeting you(Very formal/professional)Great meeting you!(High energy and enthusiastic)Lovely meeting you(Common in the UK and very warm)Nice to have met you(A bit more formal and precise)Good meeting you(Short, casual, and punchy)
사용 참고사항
This is a neutral-to-friendly phrase. It is perfectly safe for both business and social life, but remember it is strictly for the end of an encounter.
The 'Too' Rule
If you say it back to someone, don't forget the 'too' at the end! It feels much warmer than just repeating the phrase exactly.
First Times Only
Never use this for someone you've met before. If you do, it implies you forgot you ever met them, which can be a bit insulting!
The American Smile
In the US, this phrase is almost always accompanied by a big smile. Even if you didn't actually love the meeting, the 'polite lie' is culturally expected.
예시
6It was really nice meeting you, Sarah!
It was really nice meeting you, Sarah!
Adding the person's name makes it feel much more personal.
Thank you for your time, it was nice meeting you.
Thank you for your time, it was nice meeting you.
Pairs well with a 'thank you' in professional settings.
Hey! Just wanted to say it was nice meeting you tonight.
Hey! Just wanted to say it was nice meeting you tonight.
A great way to follow up and show interest.
Your dog is cute! Nice meeting you both!
Your dog is cute! Nice meeting you both!
Can be used for groups or even pets and their owners.
I have to run, but it was nice meeting you.
I have to run, but it was nice meeting you.
A polite way to 'escape' a conversation you need to leave.
I'll never forget your help today. Nice meeting you.
I'll never forget your help today. Nice meeting you.
Shows sincere appreciation for a stranger's help.
셀프 테스트
Choose the best response when someone says 'Nice meeting you!' to you.
Person A: 'It was nice meeting you!' Person B: '___'
'You too' is the short version of 'It was nice meeting you too,' which is the standard polite reply.
When should you say this phrase?
You should say 'Nice meeting you' ___.
This phrase is a 'closing' expression used for goodbyes.
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시각 학습 자료
Formality of Saying Goodbye
Used with peers or at parties.
Great meeting you!
Safe for almost any situation.
Nice meeting you.
Best for business or high-stakes meetings.
It was a pleasure meeting you.
Where to use 'Nice meeting you'
Job Interview
After the last question.
House Party
Meeting a friend's roommate.
Travel
Chatting with someone on a plane.
Coffee Shop
Talking to someone in line.
자주 묻는 질문
10 질문Use Nice to meet you when you first say hello. Use Nice meeting you when you are saying goodbye at the end.
Yes! It is common to write It was nice meeting you today in a follow-up email after a first meeting or interview.
Absolutely. It is very professional. You might make it slightly more formal by saying It was a pleasure meeting you.
In English-speaking cultures, we usually say it anyway to be polite. It is a social 'script' rather than a deep confession of feelings.
Yes, if it is the very first time you have met them. After the first day of class, you should switch to Have a good day.
Yes, it is just a bit more casual. It is very common in office settings among colleagues.
You can say Likewise! or The pleasure was all mine if you want to be extra fancy.
Yes, though British people might also say Lovely meeting you or Pleased to meet you.
Yes! Even a very short interaction qualifies for a Nice meeting you if it was the first time.
They might look confused and say, 'We met last week!' Just laugh and say, 'Oh, I mean nice seeing you again!'
관련 표현
Nice to meet you
Said at the beginning of a first-time meeting.
Nice seeing you
Said when saying goodbye to someone you already know.
It was a pleasure
A more formal way to say you enjoyed the time spent together.
Take care
A warm, general way to say goodbye to anyone.
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