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A friendly greeting used to say hello.
Practice using hi in conversation until it feels natural

Examples

  • Hi there, how's your day?
  • The forecast warned that the HI could reach 105°F.
  • Our vacation itinerary lists HI as the next stop.
  • She bought a hi to strengthen her pelvic floor.
  • Kids love the hi slides at the playground.

Similar words

lofty
hello
Island State
Hawaii
elevated
kegel device
howdy
high-fidelity
hiya
towering

Meanings

Greeting

interjection
social
informal
Used to say hello in a friendly, informal way.

Examples

  • Hi there, how's your day?
  • She waved and said hi as we passed.
  • When you text a friend, a quick hi can start the chat.
  • He whispered hi to the shy kid in the back row.
  • At the party, a casual hi felt more friendly than a formal hello.
  • The dog barked a friendly hi when I opened the door.

Similar words

hello
hey
hiya
greetings
howdy
hey there

Greeting (noun)

noun
social
informal
A friendly hello, used as a noun to refer to the act of greeting.

Examples

  • Her morning routine includes a friendly hi to the neighbor.
  • The teacher noted that each student should start with a hi.
  • He recorded the number of his he received during the event.
  • A simple hi can break the ice in a new group.
  • She wrote hi on the sticky note as a reminder to greet.
  • The chat log showed only a single hi before the conversation ended.

Similar words

greeting
hello
salutation
hey
hiya
welcome

Informal spelling of high

adjective
everyday
informal
Used as an informal spelling of the adjective high, meaning tall or elevated.

Examples

  • The mountain peak looked hi against the sky.
  • She felt hi after climbing the ladder.
  • The building is hi enough to be seen from miles away.
  • His spirits were hi after the good news.
  • The hi fence blocked the view of the garden.
  • Kids love the hi slides at the playground.

Similar words

tall
elevated
lofty
high
towering
sky-high

Brand of pelvic muscle device

noun
beauty
neutral
A trademarked product designed to strengthen women's pelvic muscles.

Examples

  • She bought a hi to strengthen her pelvic floor.
  • The hi device is marketed for post-natal recovery.
  • Physical therapists recommend the hi for core training.
  • A discreet hi can be worn under clothing during workouts.
  • The new hi model includes a smart sensor for progress tracking.
  • Customers praised the hi for its comfortable fit.

Similar words

pelvic trainer
muscle exerciser
core device
pelvic floor trainer
women's fitness aid
kegel device

State abbreviation

noun
geography
neutral
The postal abbreviation for the US state of Hawaii.

Examples

  • The package was shipped to HI, the 50th state.
  • Our vacation itinerary lists HI as the next stop.
  • The weather report for HI shows sunny skies.
  • He moved from CA to HI last year.
  • The airline code for HI is used in the ticket.
  • The conference will be held in HI this summer.

Similar words

Hawaii
Aloha State
Island State

Heat index abbreviation

noun
meteorology
neutral
The abbreviation HI used to refer to the heat index, a measure of perceived temperature.

Examples

  • The forecast warned that the HI could reach 105°F.
  • When the HI rises, people should stay hydrated.
  • Meteorologists track the HI to advise outdoor activities.
  • A high HI means the temperature feels hotter than it actually is.
  • The news alert mentioned a dangerous HI for the afternoon.
  • Scientists study how the HI affects heat-related illnesses.

Similar words

heat index

High-fidelity abbreviation

noun
audio
informal
The abbreviation hi used to refer to high-fidelity audio equipment.

Examples

  • The speaker system is advertised as hi for crystal-clear sound.
  • Audiophiles prefer hi equipment for better listening.
  • The new headphones boast hi technology.
  • When setting up the studio, choose hi components.
  • Record labels often release hi editions of classic albums.
  • The concert hall installed hi speakers to improve acoustics.

Similar words

high-fidelity
hi-fi
audio quality
hi-res
high-end audio
premium sound

Etymology

From an informal, simplified spelling of high, which came to be used as a casual greeting.

FAQ

What does hi mean?

It is an informal greeting used to say hello.

How is hi used as a noun?

As a noun it refers to a friendly hello, the act of greeting someone.

What does hi mean when it is an informal spelling of an adjective?

It stands for high, meaning tall or elevated.

What does HI stand for in US postal codes?

It is the abbreviation for the state of Hawaii.

Where does the word hi come from?

It comes from an informal, simplified spelling of high that later became a casual greeting.

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