Talking on the Phone in English – Simple A1-A2 Podcast
Welcome to a practical and motivating English podcast for beginners, designed to help you master talking on the phone in English with confidence.
In this episode, you will explore a natural, easy-to-follow phone conversation with transcript and clear explanations. Learn simple phrases and polite expressions that really work in daily situations. By the end, you will be able to answer calls, ask for someone, and handle tricky moments like a wrong number or poor connection.
🎧 What You Will Learn
✔ Basic phone phrases in English
✔ How to politely ask for someone on the phone
✔ How to handle misunderstandings and repeat requests
✔ Beginner-friendly English phone conversation A1 A2
✔ Everyday English speaking practice
This lesson combines listening practice, repetition exercises, mini speaking drills, and supportive guidance, helping you feel comfortable using English on the phone in real life.
🌟 Who Is This Podcast For?
✅ A1–A2 English learners
✅ Beginners who want practical English for phone conversations
✅ Students preparing to live, travel, or study abroad
✅ Anyone looking to feel confident talking on the phone in English
✅ Learners who enjoy simple, engaging podcast lessons with transcripts
📖 Why This Lesson Helps You
Using English in context is powerful. Instead of memorizing long lists, you hear and repeat phrases in realistic situations. This helps you:
✔ Improve listening comprehension
✔ Build speaking confidence
✔ Understand English phrases in context
✔ Use polite and natural expressions on the phone
✔ Speak clearly and confidently in real calls
By practicing aloud, you train your brain to think in English naturally and enjoy talking on the phone with ease.
Talking on the Phone Vocabulary (A1–A2 Level)
Phone /foʊn/ — noun → the device you use to call or talk to someone.Call /kɔːl/ — verb → to talk to someone on the phone.
Answer /ˈæn.sər/ — verb → to reply when someone calls you.
Hold /hoʊld/ — verb → to wait on the phone.
Line /laɪn/ — noun → the connection on the phone.
Repeat /rɪˈpiːt/ — verb → to say something again.
Wrong number /rɔːŋ ˈnʌm.bər/ — noun phrase → when the caller dialed the wrong person.
Speak /spiːk/ — verb → to talk to someone.
Polite /pəˈlaɪt/ — adjective → being friendly and nice when talking.
Call back /kɔːl bæk/ — phrasal verb → to phone someone later.
Useful English Phrases
Hello! This is… → say your name when answering the phone.May I speak to…? → politely ask to talk to someone.
One moment, please → ask the caller to wait.
Please hold on → another way to ask someone to wait.
I’m sorry, you have a wrong number → say this when someone called the wrong person.
Can you repeat that? → ask someone to say it again.
I can’t hear you very well → tell the caller the sound is bad.
Mr./Ms. … is in a meeting → inform someone that the person is busy.
Thank you for calling → politely end the conversation.
I will call back later → say that you will phone again later.
English Quiz – Test Your Vocabulary
Practice English Writing – Discussion Questions
1. Imagine you called a friend, but they are busy. What would you say? Describe the phrases you would use and how you would politely end the call.2. Have you ever received a wrong number? How did you answer? Write 2–3 sentences using English phone phrases from this lesson.
Podcast Transcript – Talking on the Phone in English
Mike: Hello and welcome to the Easy English Podcast Show! I am Mike, and I am so happy to spend this time with you today.
Anna: And I am Anna! Hi everyone! Are you ready to pick up the phone? Because today, we are talking about calls!
Mike: That’s right! For many people, talking on the phone in English is a little scary. But don’t worry, we are here to help.
Anna: Exactly! By the end of this episode, you will be able to answer the phone and ask for someone clearly. You will learn basic phone phrases in English that really work!
Mike: And please, don’t worry about mistakes. Even in your own language, phone calls can be tricky! Just listen, relax, and enjoy the music of the English language.
Anna: You are doing a great job just by being here. Let’s learn some phone English for beginners!
Real English Phone Conversation for Beginners
Mike: Now, let’s listen to a short, simple English phone conversation. Imagine Anna is calling a business office. Mike is the person answering the phone. Listen to the words they use.
Mike: Hello! This is the City Office. Mike speaking. How can I help you?
Anna: Hello! This is Anna Smith. May I speak to Mr. Jones, please?
Mike: One moment, please. Who is calling, please?
Anna: This is Anna Smith.
Mike: Thank you, Ms. Smith. Please hold on for a moment…
Mike: I am sorry, Ms. Smith. Mr. Jones is in a meeting.
Anna: Oh, I see. Can you repeat that, please? The line is not very good.
Mike: Of course. Mr. Jones is in a meeting right now.
Anna: Oh, okay. I can’t hear you very well, but I understand now. I will call back later.
Mike: Thank you. Is there anything else?
Anna: No, that is all. Thank you for calling. Oh wait—thank you for your help!
Mike: You’re welcome! Goodbye!
Anna: Goodbye!
Key Phone Phrases in English
Anna: That was a very useful English telephone phrases example. Did you hear how we started the call?
Mike: Yes! Let’s explain a few basic phone phrases in English. The first one is very important: “May I speak to…”. Use this when you want to talk to a specific person.
Anna: That’s right. For example: “May I speak to Maria?” or “May I speak to the manager?”.
Mike: Now, what about when someone asks you to wait? I said: “Please hold on.”
Anna: This is a polite way to say “wait a minute.”
Mike: And remember, if the phone line is bad, it is okay to say: “Can you repeat that?”. It is very normal to ask people to say things again.
Anna: It is okay if this is all new. You don’t need to remember everything right now. You are doing a wonderful job just by practicing how to talk on the phone in English. Every time you listen, your brain gets more comfortable. You are doing great!
Mike: Now, let’s see how these words live in your daily life. Because we don’t just use a phone at work. We use it with friends, family, and even with strangers!
Anna: You are so right, Mike! Imagine you are at home. The phone rings. You pick it up and say: “Hello? This is Anna!” It is a very simple English phone phrases way to start.
Mike: Exactly. It is friendly and clear. But what if the person is calling for someone else? You can say: “Please hold on a moment. I will get him.”
Anna: That is perfect! Or imagine you get a call from someone you don’t know. They ask for “John,” but your name is Mike!
Mike: Then I just say: “I am sorry, you have a wrong number.” It is a very normal part of an English phone conversation A1 A2.
Anna: And what about when you are in a noisy place? Like a busy supermarket or a train station?
Mike: Oh! Then you say: “I am sorry, I can’t hear you! Can you repeat that, please?”
Anna: I love that. It is so practical. Using phone English for beginners is about these small, real moments. Whether it is a wrong number or a call to a friend, these phrases are your tools. Use them with confidence!
Mini Speaking Practice for Phone Calls
Anna: Now, it is your turn! This is your English speaking practice phone time. Are you ready? Don’t be shy—speak out loud!
Mike: I will say the phrase, and then there will be a pause for you. Repeat after me. Let’s start with the greeting. “Hello! This is Mike.”
Anna: Great! Now, let’s ask to speak to someone. Repeat: “May I speak to Maria, please?”
Mike: Excellent. Now, let’s practice the waiting phrase. Repeat after me: “Please hold on for a moment.”
Anna: You are doing so well! Now, imagine the line is bad. Repeat: “I can’t hear you. Can you repeat that?”
Mike: Very good. Now, imagine you have the wrong person. Repeat: “I’m sorry, you have a wrong number.”
Anna: Fantastic! And finally, let’s end the call politely. Repeat: “Thank you for calling. Goodbye!”
Mike: Wow! You just completed your first beginner English phone call practice.
Anna: Every time you speak, your brain learns. It is okay if it feels a little strange at first. You are doing it, and we are so proud of you!
Check Your Phone English Skills
Mike: We are almost at the end of our lesson today! You have done such a wonderful job. Let’s do a quick checkpoint to see your progress. I will ask you two simple questions. Are you ready?
Anna: I know you can do it! Just take a breath and speak. You are ready for this.
Mike: Question number one. You answer the phone. How do you say who you are?
Anna: That’s right! You say: “Hello! This is…” and your name. Now, question number two. You want to talk to your friend Sarah. What do you ask?
Mike: Perfect! You say: “May I speak to Sarah, please?”. You see? You are using basic phone phrases in English already!
Anna: At the start of this episode, we said you would be able to answer the phone and ask for someone clearly. And you are doing exactly that.
Mike: Please remember: every small step matters. You are doing great. Truly great!
Anna: Your confidence is growing every minute. Keep going, and don’t stop practicing your English speaking practice phone routines!
Keep Practicing Talking on the Phone
Mike: Thank you so much for listening to us today. It was so much fun to practice these simple English phone phrases with you!
Anna: If you liked this English phone conversation A1 A2 lesson, please like the video and subscribe to our channel.
Mike: And please, write a comment! Tell us: Do you like talking on the phone? We want to hear from you!
Anna: Your support matters because it helps us create more useful podcasts for you. We want to help you learn even more every day.
Mike: Thank you for listening to Easy English Podcast Show.
Anna: Have a beautiful day and keep practicing.
Mike: Goodbye for now!
Anna: Goodbye!