Meaning & Definition of word "Hi"

Hi

/haɪ/

1. A casual greeting.
- Example: Hi! How have you been?
2. Used to attract attention or express surprise.
- Example: Hi! I didn't see you there.
3. An informal way to say hello.
- Example: She waved and said, 'Hi!' as she walked by.
4. A friendly or cheerful salutation.
- Example: I always say 'hi' to my neighbors when I see them.
5. A way to initiate a conversation.
- Example: He just walked up to me and said hi.

●Middle English 'hi', likely of imitative origin, expressing greeting or surprise.

hi there:

A friendly greeting or way to say hello.

hiya:

An informal or casual way of saying hello.

say hi:

To greet someone.

greet:

To address with a gesture of respect or goodwill.

salutation:

A gesture or utterance made as a greeting.

welcome:

To greet someone in a warm and friendly manner.

Meaning: Holla

● Example Sentence: When I saw my friend, I just shouted, 'Holla!'

Meaning: Yo

● Example Sentence: In the street, people often say 'Yo' instead of 'Hi'.