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Small Talk - Conversation Starters

The document provides examples of small talk conversation starters for different situations like talking about the weather, current events, at the office, social events, going for a walk, and waiting somewhere. It includes light, casual topics to comment on like the weather, local news stories, sports, weekends, work, social gatherings, babies, parks, and public transportation to help strike up conversations with strangers or acquaintances.

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Small Talk - Conversation Starters

The document provides examples of small talk conversation starters for different situations like talking about the weather, current events, at the office, social events, going for a walk, and waiting somewhere. It includes light, casual topics to comment on like the weather, local news stories, sports, weekends, work, social gatherings, babies, parks, and public transportation to help strike up conversations with strangers or acquaintances.

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Small Talk: Conversation Starters

 Beautiful day, isn't it?


 Can you believe all of this rain we've been having?
 It looks like it's going to snow.
 It sure would be nice to be in Hawaii right about now.
Talking about the
weather  I hear they're calling for thunderstorms all weekend.
 We couldn't ask for a nicer day, could we?
 How about this weather?

 Did you order this sunshine?


 Did you catch the news today?
 Did you hear about that fire on Fourth St?
 What do you think about this transit strike?
Talking about
current events  I read in the paper today that the Sears Mall is closing.
 I heard on the radio today that they are finally going to start building the
new bridge.

 How about those Reds? Do you think they're going to win tonight?
 Looking forward to the weekend?
 Have you worked here long?
 I can't believe how busy/quiet we are today, can you?
At the office
 Has it been a long week?
 You look like you could use a cup of coffee.

 What do you think of the new computers?


 So, how do you know Justin?
 Have you tried the cabbage rolls that Sandy made?
 Are you enjoying yourself?
At a social event
 It looks like you could use another drink.
 Pretty nice place, huh?

 I love your dress. Can I ask where you got it?


Out for a walk  How old's your baby?
 What's your puppy's name?
 The tulips are sure beautiful at this time of year, aren't they.
 How do you like the new park?

 Nice day to be outside, isn't it?


 I didn't think it would be so busy today.
 You look like you've got your hands full (with children or goods).
 The bus must be running late today.
Waiting somewhere
 It looks like we are going to be here a while, huh?
 I'll have to remember not to come here on Mondays.

 How long have you been waiting?

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