Pronunciation

/həˈləʊ/

Definitions

Noun

A term used to greet or address someone. Often marks the beginning of a conversation or interaction. Example: “She waved a friendly hello at the waiter.”

Verb

To express greeting or acknowledge someone’s presence, typically with the word “hello.” Example: “He greeted his friends with a hearty hello.”

Adjective

Characterizing or expressing a friendly or welcoming attitude. Example: “Her hello was warm and genuine.”

Adverb

In the manner of saying “hello” or expressing a greeting. Example: “She greeted everyone cheerfully.”

Phrases

• “Pay your hello” or “Exchange hellos” means to greet or acknowledge someone.
• “Goodbye, hello” is a phrase that describes the cycle of parting and reuniting.
• “Hello, my love” is a term of endearment used to address a loved one.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The children exchanged hellos as they arrived at school.”
• Verb: “After a long day, it felt good to hear her familiar hello.”
• Adjective: “Her hello was a ray of sunshine on a gloomy day.”

Synonyms

• Greeting
• Salutation
• Welcome
• Hi
• Hey
• Howdy (informal, mainly American)
• Hola (Spanish)
• Ciao (Italian)
• Konnichiwa (Japanese)
• Namaste (Hindu greeting)