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Uncommonhello
The correct spelling is hello.
How to pronounce hello
/həˈləʊ/
nounIPA: /həˈləʊ/
Say it like: Hel-lo
The correct spelling is hello. "Hello!" or an equivalent greeting. For example: "Hello, everyone."
Usage Examples
“Hello, everyone.”
“Hello? How may I help you?”
“Hello? Is anyone there?”
Meanings
noun
- 1."Hello!" or an equivalent greeting.
verb
- 1.To greet with "hello".
interjection
- 1.A greeting (salutation) said when meeting someone or acknowledging someone’s arrival or presence.
- 2.A greeting used when answering the telephone.
- 3.A call for response if it is not clear if anyone is present or listening, or if a telephone conversation may have been disconnected.
- 4.Used sarcastically to imply that the person addressed or referred to has done something the speaker or writer considers to be foolish.
- 5.An expression of puzzlement or discovery.
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