hi

[haɪ]

hi Definition

used as a friendly greeting or to attract someone's attention.

Using hi: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "hi" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    Hi, how are you?

  • Example

    I waved and said hi to my neighbor.

  • Example

    Hi there, can I help you with something?

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Summary: hi in Brief

The interjection 'hi' [haɪ] is used as a friendly greeting or to attract someone's attention. It is a common informal alternative to 'hello'.

How do native speakers use this expression?