你好 (nǐ hǎo) — hello
Definition
The standard all-purpose 'hello' for greeting people in any situation, formal or casual. 喂 is only used when answering the phone or calling attention.
phrase
hello
Examples
- 你好，。nǐ hǎo, Wǒ jiào xiǎo míng.Hello, my name is Xiaoming.
- 你好，？nǐ hǎo, Nǐ hē shuǐ ma?Hello, would you like some water?
- 你好，。nǐ hǎo, Wǒ shì lǎo shī.Hello, I am a teacher.
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