What are common phone Etiquette phrases in French

Common phone etiquette phrases in French include standard polite expressions used to greet, speak, and close conversations on the phone. Here are some frequently used ones:

• Allô? — Hello? (to answer the phone)
• Bonjour, c’est (name) à l’appareil. — Hello, this is (name) speaking.
• Je vous appelle concernant… — I am calling you regarding…
• Puis-je parler à…? — May I speak to…?
• Un instant, s’il vous plaît. — One moment, please.
• Merci de patienter. — Thank you for waiting.
• Je vous en prie. — You’re welcome (also polite way to say “please go ahead”).
• Je vous rappelle plus tard. — I will call you back later.
• Au revoir et bonne journée. — Goodbye and have a good day.
• Merci pour votre appel. — Thank you for your call.
• Excusez-moi, je n’ai pas bien entendu. — Excuse me, I didn’t hear well.
• Pouvez-vous parler un peu plus lentement? — Can you speak a little slower?

These phrases reflect politeness and clarity, which are important in French phone etiquette, and are commonly taught for professional and personal communication. ¹

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