"Hi" vs. "Hello" in English (2024)

We mainly use 'hello' when we want to greet someone in a formal context. 'Hi', on the other hand, is mainly used to greet our friends, families, and close relatives. Check out the following examples:

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Hello? Is anybody in the living room?

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Hello, I'd like to meet a reservation for three nights under the name of McAdams.

Hi guys! Long time no see!

Hi Janice, I never thought we would see each other again.

"Hi" vs. "Hello" in English (2024)
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