Me llamo…
everyday
To say your name in Peru use Me llamo…, which literally means "I call myself". Mi nombre es… is more formal, and Soy… is a quick casual option.
Meaning: introducing yourself (phrase)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | Note |
|---|---|
| Me llamo… | everyday |
| Mi nombre es… | formal |
| Soy… | casual |
After the name you can add mucho gusto or encantado. A woman says encantada.
When do people say it?
Spanish names have a first surname from the father and a second from the mother, so Peruvians may give both when they introduce themselves formally.
Did you know?
- Me llamo is a reflexive verb form that literally means "I call myself".
Examples in context
- Me llamo Ana García.My name is Ana García.
- Mi nombre es Luis Pérez.My name is Luis Pérez.
- Soy Carlos, mucho gusto.I am Carlos, nice to meet you.
Example conversation
Ana meets her new classmate Luis at a university orientation in Lima.
- AnaHola, me llamo Ana. ¿Y tú?Hi, my name is Ana. And you?
- LuisSoy Luis, mucho gusto.I am Luis, nice to meet you.
- AnaIgualmente, Luis.Likewise, Luis.
