hi

/haɪ/
interjection★Beginner💡 a casual greeting
informal

a short, informal way to say hello

Hi there! Nice to see you.

A friendly greeting to someone you know

Hi, can I help you?

A polite way to greet a customer or stranger

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Commonly used in text messages and casual conversations

Collocations

hi therea slightly more formal greetinghi everyonea greeting to a group of people

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💡Pro Tip

Formal vs. Informal

Use 'hi' with friends and family, but 'hello' in professional settings

📖Word Origin

Shortened form of 'hello', which may come from the phrase 'hallo' or 'holla' used to get attention

📝Usage Notes

Used in informal settings; 'hello' is more formal

English Dictionary