Hallo: meaning, definitions and examples
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hallo
[ หhษหloส ]
greeting
Hallo is a common informal greeting in German, equivalent to 'hello' in English. It is used in both written and spoken communication, often to initiate a conversation. Hallo can be used at any time of the day, though it is more casual than other forms of greeting. The term has become familiar in various languages' vernaculars, reflecting its widespread use.
Synonyms
hello, hey, hi.
Examples of usage
- Hallo, wie geht's?
- She waved and said, 'Hallo!'
- I walked into the room and greeted everyone with a casual 'Hallo'.
Translations
Translations of the word "hallo" in other languages:
๐ต๐น olรก
๐ฎ๐ณ เคจเคฎเคธเฅเคคเฅ
๐ฉ๐ช hallo
๐ฎ๐ฉ halo
๐บ๐ฆ ะฟัะธะฒัั
๐ต๐ฑ czeลฤ
๐ฏ๐ต ใใใซใกใฏ
๐ซ๐ท bonjour
๐ช๐ธ hola
๐น๐ท merhaba
๐ฐ๐ท ์๋ ํ์ธ์
๐ธ๐ฆ ู ุฑุญุจุง
๐จ๐ฟ ahoj
๐ธ๐ฐ ahoj
๐จ๐ณ ไฝ ๅฅฝ
๐ธ๐ฎ zdravo
๐ฎ๐ธ hallรณ
๐ฐ๐ฟ ัำะปะตะผ
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแแ แฏแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ salam
๐ฒ๐ฝ hola
Etymology
The term 'Hallo' originates from Middle High German, where it was used as a call or shout to attract attention or to express surprise. The evolution of the term closely follows the development of informal greetings in the German language. It is believed to be derived from the Old High German word 'halรข', which means 'to call' or 'to shout'. As languages evolved, 'Hallo' became a staple in everyday conversation, especially among younger generations. Over time, it was adopted into various other languages, sometimes retaining its original form, showcasing its versatility and universal application in communication. By the 20th century, 'Hallo' had firmly established itself as the standard greeting in German-speaking regions, further popularized by its use in media and technology, particularly in telephone communication.
Word Frequency Rank
Ranking #38,122, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.
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