HELLO
/həˈləʊ/
5 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb, interjection
Definition of HELLO
"Hello!" or an equivalent greeting.
To greet with "hello".
A greeting (salutation) said when meeting someone or acknowledging someone’s arrival or presence.
"Hello, everyone."
A greeting used when answering the telephone.
"Hello? How may I help you?"
A call for response if it is not clear if anyone is present or listening, or if a telephone conversation may have been disconnected.
"Hello? Is anyone there?"
Examples of HELLO in a Sentence
- "Hello, everyone."
- "Hello? How may I help you?"
- "Hello? Is anyone there?"
Word Details
Is HELLO a Scrabble Word?
Yes, HELLO is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: HELLO uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for HELLO
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | h | e | l | l | o | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8 |
| WWF | 3 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 9 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in HELLO
14 words from the letters in HELLO
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use HELLO in Word Games
HELLO is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, HELLO is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble HELLO to find 14 additional valid words.