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"Hello" is a form of "hello", an interjection which is often translated as "hola". "Good evening" is a form of "good evening", a phrase which is often translated as "buenas noches". Learn more about the difference between "hello" and "good evening" below.
hello(
heh
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lo
)An interjection is a short utterance that expresses emotion, hesitation, or protest (e.g., Wow!).
1. (salutation)
d. aló (Ecuador) (Panama) (Southern Cone)
Regionalism used in Ecuador
Regionalism used in Panama
Hello. Who is this?Aló. ¿Quién es?
good evening(
good
iv
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nihng
)A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
1. (greeting)
a. buenas noches
Good evening, ladies and gentlemen! We have a wonderful show for you tonight.Señoras y señores, ¡buenas noches! Esta noche les presentamos un espectáculo maravilloso.
b. buenas tardes
Hello, good evening. Could I speak to Mr. Roman, please?Hola, buenas tardes. ¿Podría hablar con el señor Román, por favor?
