a-lô

a-lô

A-lô, tôi nghe đây.

Definition
  1. Interjection:
    • Hello (on the phone): The standard word used to answer a telephone call or to initiate a conversation on the phone. It is equivalent to "hello" in English telephonic communication.
    • Used to check connection: Sometimes said to confirm the other party is listening or that the call has been connected successfully.
Usage Examples
  • Interjection:
    • A-lô, tôi nghe đây. (Hello, I'm listening.)
    • A-lô, ai đấy ạ? (Hello, who is this?)
    • A-lô, chị có nghe tôi không? (Hello, can you hear me?)
Advanced Usage
  • "A-lô, a-lô": Often repeated for emphasis, especially if the connection seems poor or to grab attention.
    • A-lô, a-lô! Đường truyền không ổn định. (Hello, hello! The connection is unstable.)
Variants and Related Words

  • Nghe máy (v): To answer the phone.

    • Anh ấy không nghe máy. (He is not answering the phone.)

  • Cuộc gọi (n): A phone call.

    • Tôi có một cuộc gọi nhỡ. (I have a missed call.)
Synonyms
  • Hello: The standard English greeting on the phone.
  • Hi: A more informal greeting, sometimes used on the phone.
Related Phrases

  • Bấm máy: To hang up the phone.

    • Cô ấy đã bấm máy. (She hung up.)

  • Giữ máy: To hold the line.

    • Xin vui lòng giữ máy một lát. (Please hold the line for a moment.)