English–French

“hello” in French

French

Alsobonjour

Pronunciation

IPA/alo/

Example

Je dis allô quand je réponds au téléphone.

I say hello when I answer the phone.

Illustration for allô (hello)

How to say “hello” in French

“Hello” in French is allô.

A brief spoken signal that the telephone connection is open and the speaker is listening.

Full entry for allô: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with allô

Allô, tu es là ?

Hello, are you there?

Tips for using allô

  • Allô is used mainly on the telephone, not as an ordinary greeting when meeting someone in person.

Other French words for “hello”

Je dis bonjour à mon voisin.

I say hello to my neighbor.

“hello” in other languages