The Debate (7): why calling is better than texting.

Alhamdulillah I am too. Congratulations to the honourable moderator, @sahmie at the beginning of today's competition. For organizing such a nice competition. I prefer talking on the phone rather than sending SMS. One's feelings can be understood when talking on the phone. And it can be answered quickly. Talking in SMS takes a lot of time. But it doesn't take much time to talk on the phone about anything. Many people do not consider talking on SMS in an emergency. So I prefer talking on the phone. The phone is a very familiar gadget to us as one of the means of communication. Phones have made our communication easier. But many people do not know how to use this phone correctly. If you don't know how to use the phone properly, it can cause annoyance to others. So, while talking on the phone, some rules or etiquette should be followed. Lifestyle website Advanced Etiquette highlights some of the etiquette aspects of talking on the phone.

Know some important etiquette of talking on the phone-
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• When you call someone, first of all, tell them about yourself, why you are calling, and who you want to talk to.

• Don't talk loudly on the phone. Don't shout if you are not heard. Hang up and talk over the network.

• Think carefully about what you want to talk about before you call.

• Use elegant ringtones on mobile phones so that no one is disturbed by your ringtone when the phone comes suddenly.

• Keep the phone silent when in class or meeting. Otherwise, attention may be lost when the phone calls.

• Don't misbehave when you get a call from the wrong number.

• Do not talk on loudspeakers outside. This may annoy others.

• Don't answer calls without asking for someone else's phone number.

• It is not right to secretly read a message on the phone of someone you know.

• It is better not to talk unnecessarily on the phone. When the necessary talk is over, the phone should be put down immediately. This does not disturb the caller.

• One should not call anyone unless necessary late at night.

• Personal words should not be shared in public. This can embarrass others and also compromise your privacy.

• Do not talk loudly while sitting in a vehicle. Passengers next to it can be uncomfortable.

• Phones should be kept silent in cinema halls, social gatherings or restaurants. When talking on the phone in private, end quickly in a low voice.

• Do not listen to loud music on mobile phones while travelling. Use headphones if necessary.

• If you are with your loved ones, keep the phone short and talk to them later.

• Do not speak on the phone while driving. There is a danger of accidents.

• Send a sorry text message to the person whose phone you couldn't reach.

• Give the person on the phone a chance to talk. If you just keep talking, the other person may get bored.

• End the call by saying goodbye before hanging up. Don't hang up the phone immediately. This can make the person on the other end feel humiliated.

For today's contest, @tanjila-akter @aviral123 @sualehato,
I am inviting three of my dearest friends to participate as well.