allô
/a.lo/interjection★Beginner
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?
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Commonly used in French-speaking countries when answering or making a phone call.
Synonyms
💡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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