Could i tell him who's calling Meaning in English
expression
释义
A polite question used when answering the phone, asking if the caller can give their name or reason for calling before passing the call to someone else.
用法与细微差别
Used by receptionists, assistants, or anyone screening calls. Formal and polite. Alternatives: 'May I ask who’s calling?' or 'Who may I say is calling?'. Used to confirm caller identity before transferring or announcing a call.
例句
Could I tell him who's calling?
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When you call the office, the receptionist may say, 'Could I tell him who's calling?'
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If someone calls for your boss, you can say, 'Could I tell him who's calling?'
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'Hello, John’s office. Could I tell him who's calling?'
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She picked up the phone and politely asked, 'Could I tell him who's calling?' before transferring the call.
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If you're ever unsure, just say, 'Could I tell him who's calling?' and the caller will usually give their name.
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