Making a phone call to a client – English conversation for beginners
This is a beginner-friendly English conversation where an office worker calls a client to confirm order details. It uses simple daily-use English, polite expressions, and practical workplace phrases. Perfect for learners who want to improve English speaking skills and practice real-life office communication.
Character Introduction
Nina – A new office assistant who is learning how to speak politely with clients.
Mr. Harris – A client who recently placed an order with Nina’s company.
Good morning, this is Nina from Bright Solutions. Am I speaking with Mr. Harris?
Mr. Harris
Yes, this is Harris speaking. How can I help you?
Nina
I’m calling to confirm the details of your recent order.
Mr. Harris
Oh yes, thank you for calling. Please go ahead.
Nina
You ordered 50 office chairs for delivery next week, right?
Mr. Harris
That’s correct. The delivery is scheduled for Tuesday, I believe.
Nina
Yes, Tuesday at 10 a.m. Could you please confirm the delivery address?
Mr. Harris
Sure, it’s 45 Green Street, Downtown, New York.
Nina
Thank you for confirming. Do you need the chairs assembled on delivery?
Mr. Harris
Yes, that would be very helpful.
Nina
Noted. Our team will assemble them for you.
Mr. Harris
Great, I really appreciate that.
Nina
One last thing—would you like the payment invoice by email or printed copy?
Mr. Harris
Please send it by email. That’s easier for me.
Nina
Perfect, I’ll email it right after this call.
Mr. Harris
Thank you so much, Nina. You made it very clear.
Nina
You’re most welcome, Mr. Harris. Have a wonderful day!
Mr. Harris
Same to you, goodbye.
Beginner english phrases from conversation with meaning and examples
1. Am I speaking with… — A polite way to confirm the person on the call.
Example 1: Am I speaking with Mr. Sharma regarding the order?
Example 2: Hello, am I speaking with the manager of your store?
2. Go ahead — Means “please continue.”
Example 1: Sure, go ahead and tell me the details.
Example 2: You can go ahead with the instructions.
3. Confirm the details — To check information again to be sure.
Example 1: I would like to confirm the details of my order.
Example 2: Could you confirm the details before we proceed?
4. Delivery scheduled — Planned date and time for delivery.
Example 1: The delivery is scheduled for tomorrow morning.
Example 2: Can you tell me when the delivery is scheduled?
5. Could you please confirm — A polite request to check something.
Example 1: Could you please confirm the address for delivery?
Example 2: Please, could you confirm the payment method?
6. Assembled — To put parts together (like furniture).
Example 1: The desk will be delivered fully assembled.
Example 2: Do you provide assembled chairs or unassembled ones?
7. Invoice — A bill or payment document.
Example 1: I received the invoice for my purchase today.
Example 2: Could you send me a copy of the invoice?
8. Printed copy — Paper version of a document.
Example 1: Please provide a printed copy of the contract.
Example 2: I need the printed copy for my records.
9. Appreciate that — Another way to say “thank you.”
Example 1: I really appreciate that you helped me with the order.
Example 2: Thank you, I appreciate that!
10. Made it very clear — Means you explained it in a simple way.
Example 1: You made it very clear how I should proceed.
Example 2: The manager made it very clear what the client wants.