Pronunciation
/həˈlɒʊ/
Definitions
Noun
A greeting or salutation, often used to initiate conversation or acknowledge someone’s presence. For example: “She waved a friendly hello to the mailman.”
Verb
To express greeting or to address someone with “hello.” For example: “He greeted his friends with a hearty hello every morning.”
Adjective
Characterizing or expressing friendliness or familiarity, as in “a friendly hello.” For example: “The receptionist greeted him with a warm hello.”
Phrases
- “Pay your hello” means to give a formal or polite greeting.
- “Give someone a hello” is an informal way to say greet someone.
- “Hello, sunshine!” is a cheerful expression to welcome a new day.
Example Sentences
- Noun: “After a long journey, the sight of her family’s smiling hello was heartwarming.”
- Verb: “As he entered the classroom, he greeted the teacher with a quick hello.”
- Adjective: “Her soft hello filled the silent room, breaking the ice.”