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I am looking forward to meeting you vs I am waiting to meet you

Both sentences are correct, but they express different ideas. 'I am looking forward to meeting you' implies anticipation of the upcoming meeting, while 'I am waiting to meet you' simply states that someone is waiting to meet someone else. The choice depends on the level of enthusiasm or anticipation of the speaker.
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I am looking forward to meeting you

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English to express anticipation and excitement about an upcoming meeting.

This phrase is used to convey excitement and anticipation about meeting someone in the future.

Examples:

  • I am looking forward to meeting you at the conference next week.
  • She is looking forward to meeting her favorite author.
  • We are looking forward to meeting the new team members.
  • They are looking forward to meeting their long-lost friend.
  • He is looking forward to meeting his online gaming buddy in person.
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Alternatives:

  • I can't wait to meet you.
  • I am excited to meet you.
  • I am eager to meet you.
  • I am thrilled to meet you.
  • I am anticipating meeting you.

I am waiting to meet you

This phrase is correct but conveys a more neutral tone compared to 'looking forward to meeting you'. It simply indicates that the person is waiting for the meeting to take place.

This phrase is used to express that someone is waiting for a meeting to happen without emphasizing excitement or anticipation.

Examples:

  • I am waiting to meet you at the restaurant.
  • She is waiting to meet her new boss.
  • We are waiting to meet the client for the presentation.
  • They are waiting to meet the project team.
  • He is waiting to meet his business partner.
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Alternatives:

  • I am waiting for our meeting.
  • I am looking forward to our meeting.
  • I am anticipating our meeting.
  • I am eager for our meeting.
  • I am excited for our meeting.

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