Trayectos Workplace · Topic 2 of 6

Video Calls & Conferencing

Master the language of virtual meetings. From technical issues to professional etiquette.

Level B14 dialoguesScript practiceAmerican idioms

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    False Friends & Cultural Notes · Video Calls

    False Friends:
    EnglishLooks like...Actually means...
    actualactual (de ahora)real / verdadero
    eventuallyeventualmentefinalmente / con el tiempo
    conferenceconferencia (charla formal)en "conference call" solo significa llamada grupal

    Cultural Note: Having your camera on is expected as a sign of engagement in most U.S. work calls, unlike the more common practice of audio-only in some Latin American settings. Leaving your microphone open with background noise is considered unprofessional, even in informal team calls.
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      1

      Hey, thanks for hopping on so early, I know it's not your usual time.

      2

      Great. Let's call it a day then. I'll send a recap over email.

      3

      I think that covers it, does anyone have anything else to add?

      4

      Sorry, could you say that again? I think you're on mute.

      5

      Sorry, let me try turning off my camera. Is that better?

      6

      Hi everyone, can you hear me?

      7

      I think I might have to hop off and rejoin, my connection keeps dropping.

      8

      Oh, my bad! Can you hear me now?

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