Keeping a conversation going

To keep a conversation going it is important to show you are listening and want the conversation to continue.

Here are some things you can say to keep a conversation going:

‘Really’

A: I went to the beach yesterday.

B: Really?

A: Yes, we drove there in the morning and had a lovely day.

‘I see’

A:I usually walk along the path by the river.

B: I see.

A: It’s lovely there in the morning.

‘That’s interesting’

A: My son is a great swimmer, he would swim all day if I let him.

B: That’s interesting.

A: Yes, he’s going to start competing for his school.

You could ask a short question to keep the conversation going:

A: I’m really looking forward to the party on Saturday.

B: Are you?

A: Yes, I think everyone will be there.

We can also repeat part of what the other person has said to link to a follow up response.

B: I live in Paddington.

A: Paddington, that’s very close to the city isn’t it?

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