hello
Translation
hello, hullo
Examples
Hello, how are you?
Hello, how are you?
Hello? Is anyone there?
Hello? Is anyone there?
Grammar Patterns
((interjection)) a greeting Hello, nice to meet you.
((interjection)) on the phone or to get attention Hello? Can you hear me?
Similar Words
Synonyms: greetings, hi; Antonyms: goodbye, bye
Etymology
From Old English 'hēlā', used to attract attention, similar to German 'hallo'.
Memory Tips
One of the most universal greetings. Also used to answer the telephone.