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Synonyms & Similar Words
hi
greetings
hello there
hiya
hey
welcome
salute
acknowledgement
recognition
greeting
welcome back
long time no see
it's been a while
howdy
yo
what's up
hey there
hi hello
greetings earthling
heyho
hallo
hullo
shalom
namaste
bonjour
ciao
aloha
kia ora
salute
cheers
hi friend
Meaning of Hello
According to the Oxford English Dictionary, "hello" is used as a greeting, typically to acknowledge someone's presence or to start a conversation.
Definitions
- Merriam-Webster defines "hello" as a greeting used to acknowledge someone's arrival or presence, or to get someone's attention.
- Cambridge Dictionary defines "hello" as a common way to greet someone when you meet them or when they arrive.
Example Uses
- When I walked into the room, I said "hello" to everyone and they all smiled.
- She answered the phone with a cheerful "hello" and the caller felt at ease.
- The tourists learned to say "hello" in the local language to show respect to the native speakers.
- The company's automated phone system started with a friendly "hello" before providing options for the caller.