What to do if you dial a wrong number?

“If you dial a wrong number, apologize first.” implies that there would be a slim chance you dial wrongly. “If you dial the wrong number, apologize first.” just means that when you dial wrong numbers, the first thing you must do is apologize.

When someone calls the wrong number What should you say to the caller and how will you end the conversation?

Always know and state the purpose of the communication. When you reach a wrong number, don’t argue with the person who answered the call or keep them on the line. Say: “I’m sorry, I must have the wrong number. Please excuse the interruption.” And then hang up.

What are different ways to say wrong number?

synonyms for wrong-number

1. disproportionate.
2. improper.
3. incorrect.
4. irrelevant.
5. tasteless.
6. unseemly.
7. unsuitable.
8. wrong.

Who are the people in BBC talking business?

Now listen to two conversations. In the first conversation Richard Davies is calling the marketing department of a company and wants to be put through to Rosalind Wilson. In the second conversation Mike Andrews wants to talk to Jason Roberts in the marketing department.

What do you hear when you dial a wrong number?

Now listen to two more telephone conversations. Both conversations contain phrases you might hear if you dial a wrong number. As you listen, see if you can hear some of the phrases above.

How does a telephone conversation work in English?

Telephoning in English is an important part of doing business in English. Telephone conversations, especially business telephone conversations, follow certain patterns: Someone answers the phone and asks if they can help. The caller makes a request—either to be connected to someone or for information.

Is the BBC number 5558770 the wrong number?

I’m sorry, you’ve got the wrong number, but he does work here. I’ll try and put you through . In future his direct number is 5558770. Did I not dial that?