How to initiate a phone call in Japanese…もしもし、~ともうしますが
Pronunciation
もしもし、Tony ともうしますが (moshi moshi, Tony to moushi masu ga)
Meaning
“Hello, my name is Tony”
In England or USA, it is very common to call someone without introducing yourself. You would probably say “Can I talk to ~” as soon as someone answers the phone.
However, this is considered rude in Japan.
Start from this phrase before saying something else when you call some body.
Additional Pronunciation
もしもし、Tony です (moshi moshi, Tony desu)
“Hi this is Tony” (You expect the other party already knows you). This is less formal compare to the other one.
Substitute “Tony” with your name and you are ready to make a phone call in Japanese!!
Posted by TH Date: Friday, February 9, 2007
Categories: Greeting, Phone Call
Tags: Greeting, Phone Call
How to answer a phone call in Japanese?…もしもし (Moshi Moshi)
Pronunciation
もしもし (Moshi Moshi)
Meaning
Hello (only used when answering phone calls. “Hello” used in greeting is different)
Additional Pronunciation
も-しも-し (Mo-shi Mo-shi)
You may hear this when someone is trying to get your attention.
Girls may use this kind of pronunciation more often than guys.
For guys, you can use it when you are trying to talk sweet with girls or with your friends.
You may hear this when someone is trying to get your attention.
Girls may use this kind of pronunciation more often than guys.
For guys, you can use it when you are trying to talk sweet with girls or with your friends.
Posted by TH Date: Friday, February 9, 2007
Categories: Greeting, Phone Call
Tags: Greeting, Phone Call
