How to say "hello" in Catalan
hola
OH-lah
literally: hello
Works at any time of day, in any situation, formal or informal. If you want to be more specific, use a time-based greeting like bon dia (good morning).
Examples
| Hola, com estàs? | Hello, how are you? |
| Hola a tothom | Hello everyone |
| Hola, bon dia | Hello, good morning |
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