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"I am" is a form of "I am", a phrase which is often translated as "soy". "Hello" is a form of "hello", an interjection which is often translated as "hola". Learn more about the difference between "I am" and "hello" below.
I am(
ay
 
ahm
)
A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. soy
I am from Guatemala.Soy de Guatemala.
a. estoy
I am tired.Estoy cansado.
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hello(
heh
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lo
)
An interjection is a short utterance that expresses emotion, hesitation, or protest (e.g., Wow!).
interjection
a. hola
Hello! How is everything?¡Hola! ¿Cómo te va todo?
a.
Hello. Who is calling?Sí. ¿Quién es?
b. hola
Hello. - Hi, it's Ricardo.Hola. - Hola, soy Ricardo.
c. diga
Regionalism used in Spain
(Spain)
Hello. - Hi. Is Maria there?Diga. - Hola. ¿Se encuentra María?
d. aló
Regionalism used in Ecuador
(Ecuador)
Regionalism used in Panama
(Panama)
(Southern Cone)
Hello. Who is this?Aló. ¿Quién es?
e. bueno
Regionalism used in Mexico
(Mexico)
Hello? I can't hear you.¿Bueno? No te escucho.
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