Phrases Conversational Starters and Small Talk

So, what brings you here?

B2

Meaning

A casual question about the reason for being in a particular place.

Examples

  • John: '<b>So, what brings you here?</b>'
  • Alice: 'I'm here for the conference.'
  • John: 'I'm just browsing the shops.'
  • Alice: '<b>So, what brings you here?</b>'
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