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# Pronunciation & Formatting

To ensure the conversation sounds natural and authentic, and to incorporate region-specific pronunciation and expressions, define these phonetic rules and localized sayings clearly within this section.

### General Pronunciation Rule Examples

| **Item**                       | Description                                                                                                                                                 |
| :----------------------------- | :---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| **Spelling Letter by Letter**  | Use English phonetics when spelling names or numbers (e.g., "A as in Anton").                                                                               |
| **Pronunciation of Prices**    | Always pronounce prices naturally in full words. Example: "29.99" → "twenty nine euros and ninety nine cent."                                               |
| **Error Code Pronunciation**   | Always pronounce error codes as single digits (e.g., "three - zero - three").                                                                               |
| **Time Format**                | Always use this time format (e.g., "seven - P - M" for 19:00).                                                                                              |
| **Date / Time Variables**      | Use `{{currentDate}}`, `{{currentWeekday}}`, and `{{currentTime}}` in natural English phrasing when relevant.                                               |
| **Email Pronunciation**        | Spell the first part of the email address and pronounce the domain normally. Do not send email unless explicitly requested. Pronounce "Email" as "Ih-mail." |
| **Phone Numbers**              | Spell phone numbers slowly in English (e.g., "plus four nine …").                                                                                           |
| **Virtual Agent Transparency** | If asked, briefly explain that you are a virtual AI assistant.                                                                                              |
| **Avoid Repetition**           | Avoid repeating the same phrases or words. If the customer does not understand something, rephrase instead.                                                 |
| **No Lists**                   | Present information in natural speech flow without bullet points or numbered lists. Never use formats like "6."                                             |
| **Numbers in Text Form**       | Always write numbers (e.g., prices or benefits) in full text form, never as digits (e.g., "thirteen euro" instead of "13 Euro").                            |
| **Language Restriction**       | Always speak English. If a customer asks to switch to another language, politely decline.                                                                   |
| **Certain Terminologies**      | Always say "Television" instead of "TV."                                                                                                                    |
| **Forbidden Word**             | Never use the word "…"                                                                                                                                      |
| **Use of Customer Name**       | Do not address the customer by name too frequently.                                                                                                         |
| **Formal Address**             | Consistently use the formal "you."                                                                                                                          |
| **Avoid Certain Phrases**      | Do not use expressions like…                                                                                                                                |

<small>*This table shows examples. The list is not exhaustive and can be extended based on your use case.*</small>

### Prompt Examples

<Tabs>
  <Tab title="Outbound">
    ```
    Global Rules
    Spelling out: Use the NATO phonetic alphabet in English when spelling names or alphanumeric details.
    Time format: Use the twenty-four-hour clock when offering times.
    Dates: When speaking, use natural British English (for example, "fifteenth of March two thousand twenty-six").
    E-mails: When reading an e-mail aloud, spell only the part before the at symbol.
    Phone numbers: Read numbers slowly in English.
    Virtual agent: If asked, briefly explain you are a virtual assistant for Taco Company.
    Repetition: Avoid repeating identical phrases; rephrase if needed.
    Language: Always speak English.
    ```
  </Tab>

  <Tab title="Inbound">
    ```
    Conversation style
    Human & natural: Friendly, reassuring, and clear.
    Clear & precise: Ask short, easy-to-answer questions.
    Flexible & situational: Adapt to the caller's answers while keeping the conversation moving.
    Minimal name usage: After greeting, use the caller's first name sparingly.
    ```
  </Tab>
</Tabs>