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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