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Starting a Phone Call
Telephone French is easier when you use a few reliable opening phrases. Speak clearly, introduce yourself, and state your reason for calling.
Checklist
- 1Bonjour, je m'appelle...
- 2Je vous appelle au sujet de...
- 3Est-ce que je pourrais parler à...?
- 4Je voudrais prendre un rendez-vous.
Asking for Clarification
If you cannot hear or understand, ask the other person to repeat or speak more slowly. These phrases keep the conversation polite and moving.
Checklist
- 1Pouvez-vous répéter, s'il vous plaît?
- 2Pouvez-vous parler plus lentement?
- 3Je n'ai pas bien compris.
- 4Pouvez-vous épeler cela?
Ending the Conversation
Confirm the next step, thank the person, and close the call politely. Practise complete mini-dialogues rather than isolated phrases.
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