How to say “hello” in German
“Hello” in German
hallo
HAH-loh
The everyday greeting, fine in any situation. “Guten Tag” is a more formal “good day”.
Example sentences
Hallo! Wie geht es dir?
Hello! How are you?
Hallo, ich heiße Anna.
Hello, my name is Anna.
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