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hallo vs Hoi

Both "hallo" and "hoi" are greetings in Dutch, but they are used in different contexts. "Hallo" is a more formal and universal greeting, while "hoi" is more informal and commonly used among friends or in casual situations.

Last updated: March 31, 2024 • 818 views

hallo

This is a common and correct greeting in Dutch, used in formal and informal situations.

The word "hallo" is a versatile greeting in Dutch that can be used in both formal and informal settings. It is similar to saying "hello" in English.

Examples:

  • Hallo, hoe gaat het met je? (Hello, how are you?)
  • Hallo, mag ik u iets vragen? (Hello, may I ask you something?)
  • Hallo, ik ben blij je te zien! (Hello, I'm happy to see you!)
  • Hallo, can I speak to inspector Drazic?
  • Hallo? Good morning, Miss. It's me, Giovanni, the chauffeur.
  • Hallo Henry, it's Katharina.
  • Hallo, my baby... sleep well... have beautiful dreams...
  • Hallo to all of you who care to listen to me and I take it for granted that nobody compels you to listen!
  • Hallo to you, the young!
  • Hallo, captain, this is Glebsky. I am glad to report that nothing happened here... Yes, false alarm.
  • Hallo! <Speak! It's timed!
  • Hallo this is Nakamura speaking.
  • Hallo Henry, it's Katharina.
  • Hallo, is Cindy there?
  • How much I wish I could play, hallo Satchmo...
  • I don't know if he'd remember me, but say hallo to him.
  • You have to keep time and say hallo?
  • Yes, yes, say hallo to Luisa and Giulio
  • Hallo? Zambetti's residence.
  • Hallo. [German]
  • Hallo? New York, please.
  • Hallo? New York, please.
  • Hallo, Mrs Jenkins.

Alternatives:

  • Hello
  • Hi
  • Hey
  • Greetings

Hoi

This is a correct greeting in Dutch, but it is more informal and commonly used among friends or in casual situations.

"Hoi" is a casual and friendly greeting in Dutch, often used among friends or in informal settings. It is similar to saying "hi" in English.

Examples:

  • Hoi, hoe is het? (Hi, how are you?)
  • Hoi, leuk je te zien! (Hi, nice to see you!)
  • Hoi, alles goed? (Hi, everything okay?)
  • I'm sure Mr. Hoi was Grandma's boyfriend.
  • My mother told me that after moving from one village to another, they finally settled in Hoi An because my mom was pregnant with me.
  • There's Brother Cheung and Mr. Hoi.
  • Hoi, he was just an extra!
  • He must be sad Hoi is dead
  • When Hoi shows his tattoo, he means to kill
  • I'm Hoi, long time no see
  • Hoi, but this "wanted"... means he's not dead?
  • I want to make dumplings as tasty as yours, Master Hoi!
  • If Mr. Governor asks for me, tell him I'm going to see Mrs. Hoi. Understood?
  • Hoi Yee, sweetie, in a couple of days
  • No, please stop it, Master Hoi!
  • The local drink is called the bia hoi, and it is not monitored by any health agency.
  • Your tea, Mr. Hoi.
  • Are you sad about Hoi?
  • This is Hoi's weapon
  • Look what Ricky did to Hoi
  • Hoi, well done!
  • Are you Master Hoi?
  • It's heading to Fu Hoi Street

Alternatives:

  • Hi
  • Hey
  • Hello
  • Greetings

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