OtterKnow Kids EncyclopediaPeople all around the world have many special ways to say hello! No matter where you live, saying hello is a wonderful way to be kind and make new friends. Learning how to say hello in different ways helps us learn about our big, beautiful world!
In Spanish, you can say “Hola” to a friend. If you are in France, you might say “Bonjour” with a big smile. In Japan, people often say “Konnichiwa” and give a polite little bow. In China, you can say “Ni Hao” to say hi. In Italy, people say “Ciao” when they see each other. Some people even use their hands to say hello with a warm wave.
- There are over 7,000 languages spoken around the world, and each one has its own way to say hello.
- In some countries, people greet each other by touching noses or rubbing cheeks.
- Waving is understood as a friendly greeting almost everywhere on Earth!
