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An introduction is the first step to establish an interpersonal
relationship. A successful introduction makes the people being introduced
feel closer and creates a good first impression.
Self-introduction
With regard to introducing yourself there is little difference between
China and elsewhere. It is considered polite to give your full name,
job positions and the place you work for, especially on more formal
occasions. Only your full name with a simple greeting is enough
on informal occasions:
| Chinese Pinyin |
Chinese |
The same meaning in English |
| Ni Hao, Wo Jiao... |
你好, 我叫...... |
Hello/Hi, I'm... |
| Ni Hao, Wo Shi... |
你好, 我是...... |
| Ni Hao, Wo De Ming Zi Shi... |
你好, 我的名字是...... |
Hello/Hi, My name is... |
Being introduced
If someone is making the introductions, to introduce your self is
considered disrespectful. So when it is your turn to be introduced,
stand up, smile and look at the people also being introduced with
ease. After being introduced, you can shake hands with each other
and give mutual greetings, sometimes with an exchange of calling
cards.
Introduce to others
In China, there are many strict conventional rules on introduction
to others:
a. The junior should be introduced to the senior first;
b. The male should be introduced to the female first;
c. The inferior should be introduced to the superior first;
d. The host should be introduced to the guest first.
These ways of introduction is to show high respect to the senior,
the female, the superior and the guest. However, if you are in a
generally more informal occasion, the introduction to others can
be less ceremonious.
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