1. Introduction for older people

My name is Nguyễn Lê Kiều My. I am currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Vietnamese Literature at Ho Chi Minh City University of Education, after graduating with a Bachelor’s degree in Literature. My main research interest lies in Vietnamese folk literature. Besides studying, I enjoy reading, listening to music, photography, and traveling. In the future, I hope to become a teacher as well as to develop my passion for writing and sharing knowledge of literature with a wider audience.

2. Introduction for classmates

Hi everyone, my name is Nguyễn Lê Kiều My. I’m studying for a Master’s degree in Vietnamese Literature at Ho Chi Minh City University of Education. I’m really interested in folk literature Outside of class, I love reading, listening to music, taking photos, and traveling. I’m working toward becoming a teacher, and I also dream of writing books in the future. I’m very happy to study with you all!

"Hello, I’d like to introduce my best friend, Huyen. She’s cheerful, always helps others, and works very well in a team. Huyen is very dedicated to her work and tries to do everything responsibly. Although she can be a little hot-tempered sometimes, she’s very open and friendly. I think you’ll find her reliable and pleasant."

Introduction for a Classmate

"Hi everyone, I want to introduce my best friend, Huyen. She’s really cheerful and always knows how to make people laugh. Huyen enjoys playing sports and helping others, especially when working in a team. Although she can be a bit hot-tempered sometimes, she’s very friendly and easy to get along with. I think you’ll really enjoy hanging out with her."

"Hey, this is Maya — she’s honestly the coolest person I know. She’s super chill, hilarious, and always down to hang out or help you cram for a test last-minute. We’ve been friends since middle school, and we’ve survived every group project nightmare together. She’s majoring in psych and wants to be a therapist, which totally fits her — she gives great advice, and she actually listens. She’s also into indie music, art, and somehow knows every random fact about astrology. You’ll love talking to her — she makes everything more fun."

🔍 Explanation

I adjusted each introduction based on the audience’s values and communication style:

• For the older person, I emphasized maturity, responsibility, and community involvement — qualities that tend to resonate with older generations. I used formal language and avoided slang.

• For the classmate, I focused on relatability, shared experiences, and Maya’s personality in a more casual tone. I included humor and informal expressions because that’s how we usually talk with peers.

“Good evening. I would like to introduce my best friend, Linh. She is a polite, hardworking, and reliable person. Linh is studying logistics at our university, and she is very passionate about this field because it plays an important role in connecting businesses and customers. In her free time, she often joins volunteer activities and enjoys reading articles about global supply chains. I respect her a lot because she always supports her friends and sets a good example for others.”

Reason:

I chose formal and respectful language, with clear and simple sentences, so that older people can easily understand and feel the seriousness of the introduction.

Introduction for an Older Person:

“Hello everyone. I would like to introduce you to my best friend, Alex. We’ve been friends for nearly ten years, and in that time I’ve come to see Alex as one of the most dependable people I know. Alex is hardworking, responsible, and always the first to step in when someone needs help. Outside of work and school, we enjoy simple things like walking and talking together, which always reminds me how thoughtful and caring Alex is. It’s truly a privilege to have such a trustworthy friend in my life.”

Introduction for a Classmate:

“Hey everyone, this is my best friend, Alex. We’ve been close since we were kids, so we pretty much grew up together. Alex is super funny and always manages to turn a bad day into a good one. We both love gaming and comic books, and we spend hours talking about new releases or just laughing over silly things. What I love most is that Alex really understands me, and it’s just so easy and fun to be around them. Honestly, I can’t imagine life without this friendship.”

Why I Prepared Them Differently:

I adjusted the introductions to fit the audience. For the older person, I used a respectful tone and emphasized qualities like reliability, hard work, and kindness, because those traits build trust and respect. For classmates, I kept the tone casual and focused on humor, shared hobbies, and emotional connection, which makes the introduction more relatable and engaging for peers.