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VocabJLPT N3
hello (e.g. on phone)
Expression

Definitions

  1. 1. hello (e.g. on phone)
  2. 2. excuse me! (when calling out to someone)
This expression is the standard greeting used when answering or making a phone call, equivalent to "hello" in English phone conversations. It can also be used to get someone's attention in person, similar to saying "excuse me" or "hey."

Example sentences

Sentence 1

After saying "hello," she suddenly burst into tears!

Sentence 2

After saying "hello," she laughed and said, "Just kidding."

Sentence 3

He said "Hello?" and then went silent.

Sentence 4

He kept saying "hello" over and over.

Sentence 5

When the phone rang, my mom picked up with a cheerful "hello."