Expressions to Make a phone call
| Starting a Conversation on the phone | Extending a conversation on the phone | Ending a conversation on the phone |
|---|---|---|
| Hello. This is... | Hold on, please. | Bye |
| Hello...speaking. | By the way... | I'll call you later. |
| Who's calling,please? | Furthermore... | It's nice talking to you, Bye. |
| Can I speak to...? | Moreover... | See you then, Bye. |
| May I speak to...? | Well... | I'll call you back./td> |
| What number are you calling? | Anyway... | It's time to say good bye. |
Example:
Yuni : Hello, Yuni speaking!
Caca: Hello, this is Caca. May I speak to Darmi, please?
Yuni : I'm sorry but she's gone out. Would you like to leave a message?
Caca : Yes, please tell her that I'm going to St. Louis this November to my project, so I will not be able to participate in her campaign.
Yuni : Hold on, please. I have to take a note. Is there anything else?
Caca : No. Thanks. Good bye.
Yuni : You're welcome. Bye.