You may have two friends that you would really like to introduce to each other. They may have a lot in common or be in similar life situations. At this point, you can introduce them by bringing them both along and helping with the introduction process. However, you may need to plan a meeting. Regardless of how you introduce them, you need to remember friendship etiquette so that their friendship will flourish, and make sure you and the two of you stay on good terms.
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Method 1 of 3: Introducing The Two
Step 1. Invite both of them to spend time with you
If you're at a party or social gathering, invite them both over so they can meet in person. You can have one friend stay with you while tracking the other's position, or ask one of your friends to come to you while you look for another. Either way, take them to a place where you can introduce them to each other.
If either party is hesitant or reluctant, you can say, “I really want you to meet my friend Via. He is a huge Manchester United fan!” or “I want to introduce you to someone I think you will like.”
Step 2. Make the necessary introductions
After inviting them both, introduce them to each other. You can start your introduction and say their names, or let them introduce themselves. However, the situation won't feel any more awkward (and even more formal) if you're the one initiating the introductions.
- You can say, “Via, this is my friend, Ghea. Ghea, this is Via."
- Use your full (formal) name when introducing someone, especially in formal situations, unless they prefer to be introduced by their nickname.
Step 3. Explain why you want to introduce them to each other
Your friends may be curious as to why you need to introduce the two to each other. You need to explain why and tell them what makes you suspect they need to be friends. This can be a useful answer because they can spot what the two have in common from the start, and can easily figure out a topic to start a conversation with.
You could say, for example, "I want to introduce you two to each other because you both love Manchester United" or "You two have just moved to this city. So, I guess I'd like to introduce you to each other."
Step 4. Stay with them and help the conversation flow
After making the initial introductions and providing explanations, stay with them to keep the conversation going. Meeting new people can be an awkward moment so you have to stay with them and keep the conversation from stalling. If the conversation slows down, mention something else they both have or like.
Don't leave the two of them right away, unless the two of them can directly interact closely and enjoy an exciting chat. Make sure you stay close to the two of them and “maintain” the friendship you want to build
Method 2 of 3: Making Friends
Step 1. Suggest activities for everyone to do
One way to bring your friends together is to invite them to do activities that they really enjoy. If both of you like basketball, plan a game or game and bring them both. If they like music, go to a concert and take the two of them along.
If you plan something from the start, it will be more difficult for them to "dodge"
Step 2. Hold a social gathering or gathering
An easy way to get your two friends together is to throw a party and invite them both. If both are present, introduce them to each other. That way, they don't have to bother introducing themselves and if they don't look familiar, there are still plenty of people they can chat with. You also don't have to feel awkward doing something with two people who don't like each other.
As a general guide, make sure you bring along people that both know. If one of your friends doesn't know a lot of people, this can be an opportunity for him to expand his social circle
Step 3. Have a friendly “blind date.”
You may want to be with them to help build friendships, but it may be easier to arrange a meeting for them so they can meet face-to-face without you. Arrange a time for the two to meet in a public place like a bar or coffee shop. Tell each other's characteristics so they can recognize each other.
- You can also provide their contact information and let them meet on their own.
- In general, try to introduce the two directly. That way, the situation won't feel too awkward.
Method 3 of 3: Following Friendship Matchmaker Etiquette
Step 1. Tell them you want to introduce each other
Before introducing them, let everyone know that you have a friend they need to meet. Try not to say it out of the blue or trick them into meeting each other. This will only make the situation even more awkward. Mention the introductions you'd like to make from the start and tell each person that you have a friend he or she needs to meet.
You could say, for example, “Ghea, you have to meet my friend Via. I think he likes Manchester United as much as you do” or “Via, I want to introduce you to my friend, Ghea. You two are my friends who never miss a Manchester United game!”
Step 2. Don't gossip
If you want to introduce them both, don't talk about one side to the other. If your goal is to build friendships, gossiping about someone could end their friendship or your business. Instead of having two friends who turned out to be friends, you could end up losing a friend.
Step 3. Agree if the two don't like each other or get along
If they can't interact intimately, forget about it. You can't take that to heart. It's not your fault if the friendship between them can't develop. Sometimes, people who should theoretically get along with each other just don't like each other.
Don't force them to be friends. No one enjoys being bullied or forced into a relationship
Step 4. Don't feel pressured if they become close friends
On the other hand, you may notice that these two are becoming closer to each other than you are. This may hurt because you feel like they are being left out or they are betraying the kindness you introduced them to each other. If this happens, don't take their relationship to heart. Their closeness has to do with themselves and their friendship, and not with you. Plus, they may come back and spend time with you when their friendship isn't as “hot” as before.
