Re: Alexander Graham Bell Day (7 March)

Christian Weisgerber wrote:

On 2024-03-08, Adam Funk <a24061@ducksburg.com> wrote:

Not sure if this is verified, but I've heard that Bell wanted people
to say "Ahoy" when answering the phone.

That raises the question how Czech people answer the phone.

Around here, in this specific part of Germany, "ahoi" is the
traditional carnival greeting, so the everyday Czech use is initially
amusing.

Jp Moshi-Moshi   was  in Joyce's  time  written as  Mushi-mushi,                      which Joyce liked because   Mushi  means  "insect"
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Czechs have a few ways to answer the phone, depending on formality and personal preference:
Formal:
        Prosím? (Please?) - This is a very versatile and polite way to answer, especially in business settings.
Neutral:
       Haló? (Hello?) - This is a classic phone greeting, similar to English. It works in most situations.
Informal:
      Ano? (Yes?) - A casual way to pick up, often used among friends or family.
      _________________Here are some additional things to know:
"Ahoj!" (Hi!) is generally not used to answer the phone, especially in formal situations. It's better for greeting someone you know well in person.
"Mluvíte anglicky?" (Do you speak English?) - If you're unsure if the person speaks English, this is a polite way to ask.