Howdy

/ˈhaʊdi/

Meaning & Definition

interjection

An informal greeting, often used in a friendly or jovial manner.

Howdy, partner! It's great to see you again.

A casual way to say hello, commonly associated with Southern or Western American culture.

When he walked into the room, he shouted, 'Howdy, everyone!'

A friendly expression of welcome.

As I entered the gathering, the host greeted me with a cheerful, 'Howdy!'

Used to initiate conversation or acknowledge someone's presence.

I saw my neighbor in the yard and called out, 'Howdy!' to her.

From 'how dy 'ye?'

Howdy, partner!

An informal way of addressing someone, often used in cowboy culture.

Howdy do?

An old-fashioned way of asking someone how they are.

greeting

A polite word or sign of welcome or recognition.

salutation

A gesture or utterance made as a greeting.

A casual way to greet someone, often used in a friendly context.

When I saw my friend at the bar, I just said 'Howdy!'

Used in a light-hearted or humorous manner in conversations.

In his funny cowboy accent, he said 'Howdy, y'all!'