实用外事接待英语口语课件肖文萍 ISBN9787811346701 PPTlesson 5.pptVIP

Lesson 5Paying a Visit to the Company Spoken English of Foreign Affairs Objectives: Know the etiquette of making introduction in formal occasions; Use fluently the language of making introduction in very formal occasions; Translate the speeches in which president of your company welcomes the guest and gives brief introduction of your company and also the foreign guests introduce their company; Have a good command of English in expressing the wish of having a pleasant cooperation with the other party and being good friends, and ending the visit courteously and pleasantly.  When introducing two people, the general rule is: Introduce other people to the person you wish to honor. The old are honored in the West as in China. Women have been honored in the West since the old times. Rising at Introduction A man always rise for an introduction, except that it is sometimes all right for an elderly man to remain seated when a young man is introduced to him. The hostess always rises for an introduction. 2) How to shake hands Usually the person who is in higher position extends his/her hand first, older one extends first and woman first. Make eye contact, smile, and talk with the person as you shake hands. Remember that a handshake is an initial gesture to the other person to let him or her know that you enjoy the meeting. Never squeeze the other persons hand too hard, since this can make the other person not like you at first impression. If you squeeze too hard, they may think that you are too aggressive or hostile towards her/him, since it feels as if you are trying to break their hand! Do not pat their hands! 3) How to exchange name card Usually the person who is in the lower position give his/her name card to the one with higher position, the younger one to the older and the man to the woman. To give your name card first. Usually stand up and hold your card with your thumb and index finger. Your name should fac