ext
IPA/ˈɛkst/
IPA/ˈɛkst/
ext — noun
- extsingular
- extsplural
1. a short way of writing the word 'extension,' used mainly in phone numbers to sho
1.名詞B1
釋義
a short way of writing the word 'extension,' used mainly in phone numbers to show a direct line inside a larger office, hospital, or company
例句
Talia asked the receptionist to put her through to ext. 318.
collocation: put through to ext. + number
Call 01223 456789 and key in ext. 215 when the voice prompt begins.
ext. + digits: the abbreviation followed directly by a phone extension number
Hugo updated the staff phone list with Apinya's new ext. number.
The automated message said: 'For the pharmacy, please dial ext. 101.'
Kwame left a note on the desk: 'Dr. Léa can be reached on ext. 4203.'
文法句型
ext. + number
用法筆記
Written abbreviation only; in speech, say 'extension' rather than 'ext.' Common in business directories, phone lists, and email signature blocks.
常見錯誤
❌What is your ext?
✅What is your extension number?
💡'ext' is a written short form; when speaking, use the full word 'extension.'
❌Call me at ext 245' (in formal writing)
✅Call me at ext. 245
💡a full stop after 'ext' is standard in careful writing, though it is sometimes dropped in casual notes.