1Interjection
hello
Definition
A greeting used when meeting or addressing someone.
Examples
Hello, Ana! Grammar
helloInterjection
Usage
Often used as a friendly greeting.
- Register
- neutral
Common combinations
- say hello
- hello there
Dictionary
hello
English → German
German
Hallo
Meanings
32Interjection
hello
Definition
A word used to begin a telephone conversation or check that someone is listening.
Examples
Hello? Can you hear me? Grammar
helloInterjection
Usage
Often spoken with rising intonation when checking the connection.
- Register
- neutral
Common combinations
- hello? Can you hear me?
- say hello
3Interjection
hello
Definition
An exclamation showing surprise, or drawing attention to something that should be obvious.
Examples
Hello, what are you doing here? Grammar
helloInterjection
Usage
Meaning depends strongly on intonation and context.
- Register
- informal
Common combinations
- Hello! What are you doing?
- Well, hello!
More meanings may be available.
Frequently asked questions
What does "hello" mean in German?
"hello" means "Hallo" in German.
How do you say "hello" in German?
The German translation of "hello" is "Hallo".
Can I translate into my other languages?
Yes. Choose the source and target language above, then look up the word again. Use automatic detection when you are unsure of the source language.
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