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    This document provides examples of small talk conversation starters for different situations in English. It covers common topics for making small talk such as commenting on the weather, discussing current events, chatting at the office or a social event, conversations while out for a walk, and comments that can be made while waiting somewhere. Examples include asking about weekend plans, how long someone has worked somewhere, opinions on local sports teams or new infrastructure projects.

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    This document provides examples of small talk conversation starters for different situations in English. It covers common topics for making small talk such as commenting on the weather, discussing current events, chatting at the office or a social event, conversations while out for a walk, and comments that can be made while waiting somewhere. Examples include asking about weekend plans, how long someone has worked somewhere, opinions on local sports teams or new infrastructure projects.

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    mall Talk: Conversation Starters

    This page covers the language of small talk when starting a conversation in
    English.

    Talking about the weather


    ● Beautiful day, isn't it?
    ● Can you believe all of this rain we've been having?
    ● It looks like it's going to snow.
    ● It sure would be nice to be in Hawaii right about now.
    ● I hear they're calling for thunderstorms all weekend.
    ● We couldn't ask for a nicer day, could we?
    ● How about this weather?
    ● Did you order this sunshine?

    Talking about current events


    ● Did you catch the news today?
    ● Did you hear about that fire on Fourth St?
    ● What do you think about this transit strike?
    ● I read in the paper today that the Sears Mall is closing.
    ● I heard on the radio today that they are finally going to start building
    the new bridge.
    ● How about those Reds? Do you think they're going to win tonight?

    At the office
    ● Looking forward to the weekend?
    ● Have you worked here long?
    ● I can't believe how busy/quiet we are today, can you?
    ● Has it been a long week?
    ● You look like you could use a cup of coffee.
    ● What do you think of the new computers?

    At a social event
    ● So, how do you know Justin?
    ● Have you tried the cabbage rolls that Sandy made?
    ● Are you enjoying yourself?
    ● It looks like you could use another drink.
    ● Pretty nice place, huh?
    ● I love your dress. Can I ask where you got it?

    Out for a walk


    ● How old's your baby?
    ● What's your puppy's name?
    ● The tulips are sure beautiful at this time of year, aren't they.
    ● How do you like the new park?
    ● Nice day to be outside, isn't it?

    Waiting somewhere
    ● I didn't think it would be so busy today.
    ● You look like you've got your hands full (with children or goods).
    ● The bus must be running late today.
    ● It looks like we are going to be here a while, huh?
    ● I'll have to remember not to come here on Mondays.
    ● How long have you been waiting?

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