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allô
/a.lo/
hello
Allô, c'est moi!
Hello, it's me!
informal
A greeting used when answering the phone or initiating a phone call.
Allô, je peux parler à Marie, s'il vous plaît?
Hello, can I speak to Marie, please?
Commonly used in French-speaking countries when answering or making a phone call.
Pro Tip
Telephone Etiquette
In French, 'allô' is the standard way to answer the phone, similar to 'hello' in English.
Word Origin
Derived from the English word 'hello', adopted into French as a telephone greeting.
Usage Notes
Used exclusively in the context of telephone communication. Not used in face-to-face conversations.
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