glad to see you vs Glad to meet you

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'Glad to see you' is used when you are happy to see someone you already know, while 'Glad to meet you' is used when you are happy to be introduced to someone for the first time.

Last updated: April 05, 2024 • 171 views

glad to see you

This phrase is correct and commonly used when expressing happiness upon seeing someone you already know.

This phrase is used when you are happy to see someone you already know. It conveys a sense of joy and warmth in the encounter.

Examples:

I'm so glad to see you after such a long time!
She was glad to see her old friend at the party.
He looked genuinely glad to see you.
We were all glad to see you back at work.
They were glad to see you at the event.

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I'm so glad to see you.
Jenny, I am so glad to see you.
I'm glad to see you, Alex.
Of course I'm glad to see you.
Mother, I'm so glad to see you.
I'm mighty glad to see you, Uncle Ethan.
Well, I'm very glad to see you alive.
Julian, I'm so glad to see you.
Of course I'm glad to see you.
Cody, I'm so glad to see you.
Henry. I'm glad to see you.
Diane, I am so glad to see you.
Boy, am I glad to see you.
Boy, am I glad to see you.
Darling, I'm so glad to see you.
I'm certainly glad to see you as well.
I am glad to see you, Thane.
I am glad to see you, Nancy.
I am so glad to see you here...
I'm glad to see you're at work and not seriously injured.

Alternatives:

happy to see you
pleased to see you
delighted to see you
excited to see you
thrilled to see you

Glad to meet you

This phrase is correct and commonly used when expressing happiness upon meeting someone for the first time.

This phrase is used when you are happy to be introduced to someone for the first time. It conveys a sense of pleasure in making a new acquaintance.

Examples:

I'm glad to meet you. My name is Sarah.
She was glad to meet her new colleague at the office.
He looked genuinely glad to meet you.
We are glad to meet you and welcome you to our team.
They were glad to meet you at the conference.

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Alternatives:

happy to meet you
pleased to meet you
delighted to meet you
excited to meet you
thrilled to meet you

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