The Big Idea
A friendly closing line makes it clear you are leaving without making the conversation awkward.
Starting a conversation can be difficult.
Ending one can feel even stranger.
You do not want to sound rude, but sometimes you need to leave.
Keep it simple.
Easy Ways to Finish
Try:
“It was nice talking with you.”
“I should get going.”
“I’m going to grab some food.”
“I need to head to my gate.”
“Maybe I’ll see you around.”
“Have a good one.”
You can combine two:
“It was nice talking with you. I need to head to my gate.”
That sounds natural and clear.
The Four Finger Rule
WANT TO: I want to end the conversation politely.
HAVE TO: I have to make it clear I am leaving.
NEED TO: I need a simple closing line.
MIGHT: I might want to exchange contact information first.
Example
You: “It was nice talking with you.”
Traveler: “Yeah, you too.”
You: “I should get going. Maybe I’ll see you around.”
Traveler: “Definitely. Have a good trip.”
Done.
No dramatic exit required.
If You Want to Stay in Touch
Try:
“Are you on Instagram?”
“Do you want to exchange numbers?”
“Maybe we can grab a drink later.”
Then finish normally.
The Point
A conversation does not have to continue forever to be successful.
Close it clearly. Be friendly. Move on.
Stop memorizing English. Start using it.
Learn it. Prepare for it. Go use it.
THE FOUR FINGER RULE
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Start using it.
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