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¿Diga?
Used when answering a phone call in Spanish-speaking contexts.
Literal Meaning
Expressing a request for someone to speak; used as a form of greeting on the phone.
Actual Meaning
Phone greeting - 'Hello?'
Examples in Context

Al contestar el teléfono en la oficina, el recepcionista siempre dice '¿Diga?' para saludar al que llama.

Si alguien llama por el teléfono fijo, puedo responder con un '¿Diga?' para mostrar que estoy listo para escuchar.

Cuando llamé a mi amigo, él respondió con '¿Diga?' para indicarme que podía hablar.

Helpful Tips
  • 1Remember that this greeting is specifically used in the context of answering phone calls. It is not typically used in face-to-face conversations.
  • 2In formal situations, '¿Diga?' may sound more professional than simply saying 'Hello'.
  • 3Use '¿Diga?' when you answer the phone. It's a polite way to invite the other person to speak.
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