Direct answer
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hola
Romanization
hola
Pronunciation
oh-lah
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How to say “hello” in Spanish
Learn how to say "hello" in Spanish: hola (hola), with pronunciation, usage notes, examples, and related phrases.
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When to use it
Use it in everyday conversation. These phrases are broadly useful for travel, messaging, study, and normal social moments. Hola is the standard hello in Spanish. It is casual but broadly safe in everyday conversation.
Examples
Hola.
Hello.
Hola, mucho gusto.
Hello, nice to meet you.
Common mistakes
Do not translate "hello" word by word; use the full Spanish phrase as a unit.
Use romanization as a pronunciation hint, not as the normal written form.
Check the tone before using it: this version is marked safe.
FAQ
How do you say "hello" in Spanish?
Say hola. The romanization is hola, and the pronunciation is oh-lah.
Is hola formal or casual?
This version is marked safe. Hola is the standard hello in Spanish. It is casual but broadly safe in everyday conversation.
When should I use "hello" in Spanish?
Use it in everyday conversation. These phrases are broadly useful for travel, messaging, study, and normal social moments. Hola is the standard hello in Spanish. It is casual but broadly safe in everyday conversation.
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