Speaking over the Telephone
Part I
Exercise 6.3.1 Read and translate dialogues.
Making an Appointment
I
A: Hello, I’d like to talk to Mr. Smith
B: I’m afraid you have the wrong number. What number were you calling?
A: I was calling 340-175.
B: This is 340-175. But there is no one by the name of Smith here. This is a private residence.
A: I’m sorry to have bothered you.
B: That’s quite all right.
II
A: I’m sorry I can’t hear what you are saying. Could you speak up, please?
B: Hello, hello... Are you there?
A: Your voice is fading and there’s so much background noise interfering. Hello, hello... (No reply). Operator, we had a very bad connection and could scarcely hear each other. Then we were out off completely. Could you help us?
Operator: Yes, sir. I’ll try to do something about it.
III
Secretary: Two-four-nine, double eight-double two.
A: I would like to make an appointment with Mr. Jeffrics. This is Mr. ... speaking.
S: Oh, yes, Mr. ... Good morning. I’ll get his schedule. Are you there?
A: Yes.
S: When would you like to come, Mr. ...?
A: Tomorrow, if possible.
S: I’m afraid he’s tied up tomorrow. Is it urgent? If it is, perhaps we could fit you in somewhere.
A: No, it isn’t that urgent. Is the day after tomorrow possible?
S: What time would you like to come?
A: As late as possible in the afternoon.
S: I’m sorry, that afternoon’s full too. How is Friday afternoon at five?
A: Yes, that’s perfect, thank you. Good bye.
IV
A: Hello. Is this Mr. Summerset? This is Mr. ... speaking.
Mr. S: Hello. How are you?
A: Fine, thanks. Pretty busy. How are you, Mr. Summerset?
Mr. S: O.K. I can’t complain.
A: Glad to hear that. There is something. I’d like to talk to you about. Can we meet early next week?
Mr. S: Sure, with pleasure.
A: Could you come in my office, say, on Monday afternoon?
Mr. S: Let me consult my schedule. Yes, I guess it’ll be all right. What time do you suggest?
A: Suppose we make it 3.30. Will it suit you?
Mr. S: Yes, that’s fine.
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