Most Commonly Used English Phrases on the Phone

Here are some common phrases on the phone that you should learn to use in your daily conversation.

Learn more about useful telephone phrasal verbs in English.

10 Common Phrases on the Phone

1. Hi, this is…

2. May I speak with…?(formal)

3. Is…here?(Informal)

4. I’m calling about…

5. I’m returning your call.

6. One moment, please. (Formal)

7. Hang on a second. (Informal)

8. He/she is not here. Would you like to live a message?

9. Could you ask him to call me back?

10. Thanks for calling.

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