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"Hi" is a form of "hi", an interjection which is often translated as "hola". "Beautiful" is an adjective which is often translated as "hermoso". Learn more about the difference between "hi" and "beautiful" below.
hi(
hay
)
An interjection is a short utterance that expresses emotion, hesitation, or protest (e.g., Wow!).
interjection
1.
A word or phrase that is commonly used in conversational speech (e.g., skinny, grandma).
(colloquial)
(salutation)
a. hola
Hi! Long time no see!¡Hola! ¡Hacía mucho que no nos veíamos!
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beautiful(
byu
-
dih
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fuhl
)
An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., the big dog).
adjective
a. hermoso
This poet always writes about beautiful things.Este poeta suele escribir sobre las cosas hermosas.
b. bello
He took her to watch the beautiful sunset.La llevó a mirar el atardecer bello.
c. precioso
The city is beautiful in spring.La ciudad está preciosa en primavera.
d. guapo (person)
Steve's new girlfriend is really beautiful.La nueva novia de Steve es muy guapa.
e. bonito
The dress is elegant and beautiful.El vestido es elegante y bonito.
f. lindo
What a beautiful cat!¡Qué gato más lindo!
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