Meaning

Primary

Hello

Alternative

Good afternoon

Word Type

expression

Explanation

Connie Chihuahua (こんにちは) says hello. Connie Chihuahua is an amazing talking chihuahua. She can only say "hello", but that alone is pretty impressive.

こんにちは is a formal way to say "hello". It’s generally used during the daytime, from late morning to early evening. Watch out for the on the end, which is always pronounced .

Pronunciation

こんにちは
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Context

Pattern of Use

Common Word Combinations

  • みなさん、こんにちは

    hello everyone

    あ、こんにちは

    oh hello

Context Sentences

先生、こんにちは。

Hello Sensei.

アヤちゃん、こんにちは。

Hello Aya.

こんにちは、ジェニーです。

Hello, I'm Jenny.