hello
/hɛˈloʊ/intj
RareNot in standard dictionaries
1
A greeting (salutation) said when meeting someone or acknowledging someone’s arrival or presence.
2
A greeting used when answering the telephone.
3
A call for response if it is not clear if anyone is present or listening, or if a telephone conversation may have been disconnected.
4
Used sarcastically to imply that the person addressed has done something the speaker considers to be foolish, or missed something that should have been obvious.
5
An expression of puzzlement or discovery.
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Sound Patterns & Rhymes
Alliteration
Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)
Assonance
Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing
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