How is the word hola translated from Spanish to English

Saludo que se dice al encontrar a alguien.

A greeting said when you meet someone.

interjection
English translation
hello

Examples with “hola”

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  • ¡Hola! ¿Cómo estás hoy? Hello! How are you today?

  • Le dije hola al vecino en el ascensor. I said hello to my neighbor in the elevator.

  • ¡Hola, pasen y siéntense, por favor! Hello, come in and have a seat, please!

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FAQ about “hola”

How is “hola” translated from Spanish?
“hola” translates into English as “hello”. Add this word to your VibeLing vocabulary and lock it in with spaced repetition.
What does “hola” mean?
Meaning of “hola”: Saludo que se dice al encontrar a alguien. In English — “hello”.
How do you pronounce “hola”?
The transcription of “hola” is [ˈola]. Listen to the pronunciation right here, and hear any other word in the VibeLing app.
What part of speech is “hola”?
“hola” is a interjection.
Where can I see examples with “hola”?
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How can I memorize “hola”?
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