Today we make phone calls in English: booking appointments, leaving messages, and asking politely with Could you...?
Today's rule: English only!Answer in full sentences. Then ask me with Have you ever...?
What did you do yesterday? Did you talk to your ChatGPT coach? What topic did you choose?
How many phone calls do you make in a day? Who do you call the most?
Do you prefer calling or sending a message? Why?
Ask me 2 questions: Have you ever…? If I say yes, ask 2 follow-ups: When did you…? How was it?
Four small rounds. Guess the three words, then talk about them.
Have you ever hung up on someone? Why?
Do you listen to voice messages, or do you prefer text? What do you do when someone is busy?
Have you ever forgotten an appointment? What happened? Did you reschedule it?
What is difficult for you on the phone in English? Names, numbers, or fast speakers?
On the phone, people can't see your face, so polite words are very important.
| Ask someone to do something | Ask for permission | |
|---|---|---|
| Friends | Can you call me back? | Can I call you later? |
| Polite | Could you repeat that, please? | Could I speak to the manager, please? |
| Very polite | Would you mind spelling that? | May I leave a message? |
Answers: Yes: Sure. / Of course. / No problem. No: I'm sorry, I'm afraid he's not here right now.
Could sounds like "cood": the l is silent!
These are your sentences from last session.
Two phone activities. Turn the camera off: no faces, only voices!
Tap New number. I read it, you write it. Then you read one to me. Careful with 13 and 30!
Now spell these on the phone, letter by letter:
Turn the sound on! Incoming calls: you hear the caller and answer. Contacts: you call, I answer. Voicemail: listen and take notes.
Choose a call on the phone.
Last speaking of the day. We record it on the phone, like a real voice message.
Leave me a voice message: invite me to try a new restaurant or café with you. Tell me when, where, and why you love it.
Tap each one when you hear it.