What are polite expressions used in Russian phone calls

Polite expressions used in Russian phone calls typically include formal greetings and courteous phrases to show respect and attentiveness. Common polite phrases at the beginning of a call include «Здравствуйте» (Hello), «Алло» (Hello on the phone), and polite self-introductions like «Это говорит…» (This is … speaking). To ask if it’s convenient to talk, Russians might say «Вы сейчас можете говорить?» (Can you talk now?). When requesting something or closing the call, expressions like «Будьте добры» (Please be kind enough), «Спасибо за звонок» (Thank you for the call), and «Всего доброго» (All the best) are common.

Russian phone etiquette also emphasizes indirectness to avoid rudeness, for example, by using softened refusals or suggestions to call back later with phrases like «Давайте перезвоним» (Let’s call again) and religious or respectful adjuncts such as «Если можно» (If possible) and «Пожалуйста» (Please). The tone is usually considerate to maintain social harmony during the conversation.

In summary, polite Russian phone calls involve formal greetings, respectful inquiries about availability, softened requests, and courteous farewells, reflecting a cultural emphasis on attentiveness and respect for the interlocutor. ^{11, 13, 16}

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