Pronunciation

/həˈləʊ/

Definitions

• Noun: A term used to greet or address someone, often informally. For example: “He gave her a friendly hello when they met.”
• Verb: To express greeting or salutation towards someone, typically by saying “hello.” For example: “He greeted the guests with a hearty hello.”
• Adverb: Expressing or characterized by a friendly or enthusiastic manner of greeting. For example: “She said hello cheerfully.”

Phrases

• “Pay your hello” or “Give a hello” means to initiate a greeting.
• “Hello and goodbye” is a common phrase used to acknowledge both arrival and departure.
• “Hello, sunshine!” is a way to express warmth and positivity towards someone.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The children exchanged hellos as they started their day at school.”
• Verb: “After a long day, it felt good to hear a familiar hello from my friend.”
• Adverb: “She said hello brightly, brightening up the room.”

Synonyms

• Hi
• Hey
• Greetings
• Salutations
• Hola
• Ahoy
• Yo
• Wassup (informal)