How to say “hello” in Russian

5 ways to say hello in Russian

1. Здравствуйте

   zdravstvuyteZDRAHST-vooy-tyeh

   Slow

   Means: Hello (formal)

   Use it: Strangers, elders, work.

2. Привет

   privetpree-VYET

   Slow

   Means: Hi

   Use it: Friends and family.

3. Добрый день

   dobryy den'DOH-bree DYEN

   Slow

   Means: Good afternoon

   Use it: Polite, daytime.

4. Доброе утро

   dobroye utroDOH-bruh-yeh OO-truh

   Slow

   Means: Good morning

   Use it: Mornings.

5. Алло

   alloah-LOH

   Slow

   Means: Hello?

   Use it: On the phone.