The Evolution of "Hello": A 600-Year Journey

Monday, 19 January, 202695 words2 minutes
The word 'hello' is very old. It started about 600 years ago. At first, people used it to call for a boat. Later, it became a way to say hi.
In 1826, 'hello' was first written in a newspaper. Since then, it has become very popular. People use it on the phone, in emails, and when they meet.
Today, 'hello' can be said in many ways. How you say it can show where you're from or how you feel. In the digital age, people sometimes use short forms or even pictures instead of saying 'hello'.
Origin
The Evolution of "Hello": A 600-Year Journey

Audio

Loading audio ...
00:00

Words

  • popular
  • newspaper
  • digital

Quiz

  1. 1. When was 'hello' first written in a newspaper?