transferir llamada
/tɾansfeɾiɾ ʝamada/from spelling rules
The English phrase 'transfer call' is translated into Spanish as transferir llamada.
This phrase is used when you want to send a telephone caller to another person or a different extension.
How does it change in a sentence?
In practice, it is much more natural to include the definite article la between the verb and the noun. Therefore, you will more commonly say transferir la llamada to mean 'to transfer the call'.
How do you pronounce it?
/tɾansfeɾiɾ ʝamada/
Did you know?
- If you are transferring a call to a specific person, you might say le paso con followed by their name. This literally means 'I pass you with' them, which sounds slightly odd to an English ear.
- While transferir is the direct translation, in Spain, you may hear someone say they will derivar a call. This term is more commonly used in professional contexts to mean 'to direct' or 'to route' something to a specific destination.
- The word llamada comes from the verb llamar, which means both 'to call' and 'to name'.
Examples in context
- Voy a transferir su llamada a un/a colega especializado/a para atender su consulta.I will transfer your call to a specialized colleague to assist you with your query.
- Permítame trasladarlo/a a nuestro departamento de atención al cliente.Allow me to transfer you to our customer service department.
- Un segundo, te paso con mi hermano/a.Hold on a second, I'll pass you to my brother/sister.
- Déjame ponerte con mi amigo/a.Let me put you through to my friend.
- Permíteme transferirte con el área correspondiente.Allow me to transfer you to the appropriate area.
- Voy a derivar su llamado a otro sector.I will route your call to another department.
- Un momento, le voy a transferir la llamada.One moment, I am going to transfer your call.
Example conversation
A receptionist is talking to a client on the phone.
- DanielHola, soy Daniel. ¿Está la señora Elena?Hello, I'm Daniel. Is Ms. Elena there?
- ElenaSí, voy a transferir llamada ahora mismo.Yes, I am going to transfer the call right now.
- DanielMuchas gracias por su ayuda.Thank you very much for your help.
- ElenaDe nada, Daniel. Un momento, por favor.You're welcome, Daniel. One moment, please.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
