Pronunciation

/həˈlɒʊ/

Definitions

• Noun: A term used to express greeting, acknowledgement, or attention. For example: “The cashier greeted her with a friendly hello.”
• Verb: To address or acknowledge someone with a greeting. For example: “He helloed his colleagues before starting the meeting.”
• Adjective: Characteristic of or expressing a friendly or welcoming manner. For example: “Her warm hello indicated her genuine happiness to see them.”

Phrases

• “To extend a hello” means to initiate a greeting.
• “Hello and welcome” is a formal way to greet someone upon arrival.
• “Hello, old friend” is a nostalgic expression of recognition.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “Her simple hello conveyed a sense of familiarity.”
• Verb: “He paused to hello the stranger on the street.”
• Adjective: “Her cheery hello brightened up the dreary day.”

Synonyms

• Hi
• Hey
• Greetings
• Salutations
• Hail
• Ahoy
• Yo
• Howdy (informal, mainly American)
• Good day (more formal)