Asking for Messaging App Contact
Two acquaintances decide to exchange contact information to stay in touch, specifically asking for each other's IDs on common messaging apps like WhatsApp or WeChat.
Dialogue
Listen and follow along with the conversation
Vocabulary
Essential words and phrases from the dialogue
catching up
This phrase means talking with someone after a long time to share recent news and events. It's commonly used when meeting friends or acquaintances.
stay in touch
This means to keep communicating or contacting someone regularly, often through phone or apps, to maintain a relationship.
absolutely
This word is used to show strong agreement, like saying 'yes, completely' or 'definitely.' It's a casual way to confirm something positively.
active
In this context, it means using an app or platform frequently or regularly. For example, being 'active on WhatsApp' means checking and using it often.
go-to
This informal term refers to your first choice or preferred option for something, like the app you use most for messaging.
ID
Short for 'identification,' it means a username or unique code used to find and connect with someone on social media or messaging apps.
add
In messaging apps, this means to send a request to connect with someone so you can chat or share with them.
Key Sentences
Important phrases to remember and practice
Hey Emily, it was great catching up with you today.
This is a friendly greeting to start a conversation after meeting someone. 'Catching up' shows you enjoyed sharing updates. Use it to express positive feelings after a chat. The past tense 'was' describes a completed action today.
We should definitely stay in touch.
This suggests continuing contact in the future. 'Definitely' adds emphasis for strong recommendation. It's useful when ending a meeting with someone you want to keep as a friend. 'Should' expresses advice or suggestion.
Do you use WhatsApp or WeChat?
This is a yes/no question with 'or' to ask about preferences between two options. It's practical for checking which apps someone uses to exchange contacts. Use it in casual conversations about communication tools.
I'm more active on WhatsApp.
This compares activity levels using 'more...on' to show preference. It's helpful to explain where you're easier to reach. The present continuous 'I'm active' describes a current habit.
What's your ID there?
This is an informal question asking for a username or contact detail on a specific app. 'There' refers to the mentioned app. Use it when exchanging info on social media to connect quickly.
You can add me that way.
This gives instructions on how to connect, using 'can' for possibility and 'that way' to refer to the method just mentioned. It's useful for guiding someone on apps. The modal 'can' shows ability or permission.
I'll send you a message once I've added you.
This promises future action with 'I'll' for future simple and 'once' for 'after.' The present perfect 'I've added' in a time clause shows completion before the main action. Use it to confirm you'll notify someone after connecting.
Looking forward to chatting soon.
This expresses positive anticipation for future communication. 'Looking forward to' is a common idiom for excitement about something upcoming. Use it to end conversations warmly and show interest in talking again.