What can I say to someone blasting their phone?

You can say 'Excuse me, could you please keep the volume down?'

What if they get angry?

It's still worth asking politely, as this can help avoid conflicts.

It can be annoying for others and disrupt the public space.

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What to Say to Someone Blasting Their Phone in Public

First publishedAug 17, 12:00 UTC

Last updatedAug 17, 14:13 UTC · 15m ago

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What to Say to Someone Blasting Their Phone in Public

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Answer

A communication coach suggests saying 'Excuse me, could you please keep the volume down?' to ask someone to turn down their phone in public.

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Some people play their phones loudly in public places like airports. This can be annoying for others. A communication coach suggests a polite way to ask them to turn down the volume.

Why it matters

Knowing how to ask someone to turn down their phone can help you avoid conflicts in public.

In brief

What can I say to someone blasting their phone?: You can say 'Excuse me, could you please keep the volume down?'
What if they get angry?: It's still worth asking politely, as this can help avoid conflicts.
Why is it a problem?: It can be annoying for others and disrupt the public space.

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The outlets frame the story as a problem of public noise and suggest a polite solution. They all focus on the same issue and solution.

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TIMEAug 17, 12:00offers a communication coach's advice