Calling people is a great way to get in touch with clients, customers, and coworkers in a business setting in Norway.
Calling someone on the phone is a quick and easy way to talk about important issues, make plans, or solve problems. If you want to speak with people quickly and clearly over the phone for business, you must communicate clearly and professionally in Norwegian.
Here are some common Norwegian phrases that may be handy when conversing by phone in a business setting:
1. Hallo?
Hello?
2. God dag!
Good day!
3. Hva kan jeg hjelpe deg med i dag?
What can I help you with today?
4. Kan jeg snakke med [navn på person]?
Can I speak with [person’s name]?
5. Jeg ringer angående [saken].
I am calling regarding [the matter].
6. Kan vi avtale en tid for et møte?
Can we schedule a time for a meeting?
7. Jeg beklager, men [navn på person] er opptatt akkurat nå.
I’m sorry, but [person’s name] is busy right now.
8. Kan jeg ta en beskjed?
Can I take a message?
9. Takk for samtalen.
Thank you for the call.
10. Ha en fortsatt fin dag!
Have a nice day ahead!
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