hola
interjectionCEFR A1High frequency
What does “hola” mean in English?
hello
Example sentences
Hola, ¿cómo estás?
Hi, how are you?
Hola, buenos días.
Hi, good morning.
¡Hola a todos!
Hi everyone!
How to use it
Hola is the universal Spanish greeting — works any time of day, with anyone, formal or informal. Often paired with a follow-up: ¿Cómo estás? (informal) or ¿Cómo está? (formal).
Common mistake
Pronounce hola with a silent h: 'OH-la', not 'HO-la'. The h in Spanish is always silent.