On The Phone 2

English on the Telephone

Common telephone phrases to use when making a business call

These are some of the most common telephone phrases used when answering a business call. You should learn them until you are comfortable using them.

Telephone calls - Common English phrases.

Asking for someone:-

Good morning/afternoon. Could I speak to (Mr Smith), please?

Could I have extension (219), please?

Giving a message:-

Could you tell (him/her) that (her tickets are ready).

Could you tell (him/her) that I called.

Could you give (him/her) my number, please?

Giving your name and number :-

My name is (David Bean) and I'm on (0117 294658).

It's (David Bean) and the number is (0117 294658).