Synonyms for

Hello

Verb / hʌˈləʊ / / heˈləʊ / Another word for hello — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

used as a greeting or to attract attention

Synonyms & similar words

Synonyms by register

Informal

Literary

Antonyms

Common collocations

  • say hello
  • wave hello
  • give a hello
  • a warm hello
  • a friendly hello
  • hello there
  • hello world

Word family

verb greet

Usage note

Hello is a common greeting used in most situations. 'Hi' and 'Hey' are more informal alternatives.

Example sentences

  1. I say hello to my friends every morning.
  2. When I call my grandma, I always start with hello.
  3. Hello is a common way to greet someone.
  4. Hello can also be used to get someone's attention.
  5. I heard someone say hello from across the street.

Quotes

  • 'Hello' is a song about the other side: that we don't want to be alone, we want to be together, but it's hard to get there. - Adele
  • 'Hello' is an icebreaker. It's a way for two people to connect. - Dan Zadra
  • 'Hello' is the first step to any good relationship. So, when you see someone you want to talk to, say hello. - Unknown

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