Hi

/haɪ/ interjection

Definition

A friendly word we say when we see someone we know or meet someone new.

Etymology

This simple greeting word has been used for a very long time to say hello to people.

Kelly Says

Hi is like a warm smile you can say with your voice! It's the happy word that starts conversations and lets people know you're glad to see them, just like waving hello with your words.

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