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UK//maɪ neɪm ɪz//US//maɪ neɪm ɪz//

Meaning of My name is

In simple words: This is how you tell someone your name.

My name is in a sentence

  • Hello, my name is John.
  • In case you forgot, my name is Sarah.
  • Hi, my name is Alex, nice to meet you!

How to use My name is

Used as an introduction when meeting someone. Common in both spoken and written English. More formal alternatives include 'I am called...'.

Grammar pattern

standalone greeting

Memory hint

Think of 'my name is' as a label you put on a new item.

Related words

Collocations with My name is

  • my name is followed by a name
  • my name is often used in introductions
  • my name is frequently combined with greetings

Synonyms for My name is

  • I'm called
  • I go by
  • You can call me

Common mistakes with My name is

  • Saying 'my name are' instead of 'my name is'.
  • Using it in written formal contexts without consideration for formality.
  • Omitting the verb 'is'.

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Frequently asked questions about My name is

What does My name is mean?

This is how you tell someone your name.

What is the definition of My name is?

A phrase used to introduce yourself by stating your name.

How do you use My name is in a sentence?

Hello, my name is John.

Can you give another example of My name is?

In case you forgot, my name is Sarah.

What are synonyms for My name is?

Common alternatives include I'm called, I go by, You can call me.

What words go with My name is?

It commonly pairs with my name is followed by a name, my name is often used in introductions, my name is frequently combined with greetings.

What are common mistakes when using My name is?

Saying 'my name are' instead of 'my name is'. Using it in written formal contexts without consideration for formality. Omitting the verb 'is'.

How do you pronounce My name is?

US: //maɪ neɪm ɪz//, UK: //maɪ neɪm ɪz//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use My name is?

Used as an introduction when meeting someone. Common in both spoken and written English. More formal alternatives include 'I am called...'.