Can i tell her who's calling Meaning in English
expression
التعريف
This is a polite question used on the phone to ask for the name or identity of the person calling before passing them to the person they asked for.
الاستخدام والفروق الدقيقة
Usually used by receptionists or someone answering the phone for another person. Very polite and formal. Often followed by, 'One moment, please.' Do not use in informal face-to-face situations.
جمل نموذجية
Can I tell her who's calling before I put you through?
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Receptionists often say, "Can I tell her who's calling?"
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If you call an office, you might hear, "Can I tell her who's calling?"
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"Can I tell her who's calling? She likes to know before she picks up."
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The secretary answered with, "Can I tell her who's calling for you?"
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If you're not sure who the caller is, politely say, "Can I tell her who's calling so I can let her know?"
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