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"Hola" is a form of "hola", an interjection which is often translated as "hello". "Muy bien, ¿y tú?" is a phrase which is often translated as "Very well, and you?". Learn more about the difference between "Muy bien, ¿y tú?" and "hola" below.
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A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. Very well, and you?
Hola, ¿cómo estás? - Muy bien, ¿y tú?Hi, how are you doing? - Very well, and you?
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hola
An interjection is a short utterance that expresses emotion, hesitation, or protest (e.g., Wow!).
interjection
a. hello
¡Hola, Meg! - Hola, ¿cómo estás?Hello, Meg! - Hello, how are you?
b. hi
A word or phrase that is commonly used in conversational speech (e.g., skinny, grandma).
(colloquial)
¡Hola! ¿Qué hay de nuevo?Hi! What's new?
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