puts, put, putting
to put through
phrasal verb
Connect someone on the phone to another person
- 1Can you put me through to the manager?
- 2The operator put the call through to the sales department.
"To put through" means to connect someone you are speaking to on the phone with another person. For example, if you are talking to a friend and they want to speak to your sibling, you can put them through by transferring the call to your sibling's phone.
Remember, when putting someone through on the phone, make sure to let the person you are connecting know before transferring the call. This helps avoid any confusion or unexpected interruptions during the conversation.
at the store
Connecting a Call at the Store
Charles
Hi Brian, can you help me with something?
Brian
Sure, what do you need?
Charles
I need to speak with the manager. Can you put me through?
Brian
Of course, hold on a moment.
in a restaurant
Linking a Call in the Dining Area
Elizabeth
Hi Susan, could you help me with this call?
Susan
Sure, who do you need to talk to?
Elizabeth
I need to speak with the manager, can you put me through?
Susan
Absolutely, just give me a moment.
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Similar to "to put through":
- 1connect
- 2transfer