American English Slang Used in Phone Conversations:
Greetings and Farewells:
* Yo! - informal greeting, used between friends
* Hey, what's up? - casual greeting, used to check in
* Later! - informal way to say goodbye
* Peace out! - informal way to say goodbye, often used with friends
* Catch you later! - informal way to say goodbye, implying a future interaction
* Talk to you soon! - informal way to say goodbye, suggesting a future conversation
Common Phrases:
* What's the 411? - asking for information, "What's going on?"
* Hit me up - call or text someone
* Give me a heads-up - to warn someone about something
* Hang tight - wait a moment
* Hold your horses - be patient
* I'm swamped - very busy
* I'm good - I'm doing well
* No sweat - no problem, don't worry
* You got it! - yes, understood
* I'm all ears - I'm listening attentively
* Let me know - communicate with me later
* Sound good? - Do you agree?
Adding Emphasis:
* Totally! - Absolutely, definitely
* For sure! - Certainly, without a doubt
* Seriously! - Expressing disbelief or shock
* No way! - Expressing surprise or disbelief
Specific Scenarios:
* I'm on hold - waiting on the phone
* I got cut off - the phone call was disconnected unexpectedly
* I'm in a meeting - unavailable for a call
* I'm out of juice - my phone battery is dead
* I'll call you back - I will return the phone call later
Remember:
* Slang can vary regionally and by age group.
* It's important to be aware of the context and the relationship with the person you're speaking to.
* Using slang too often can make you sound unprofessional or even disrespectful.