Привіт.

hello

Questions & Answers about Привіт.

What does Привіт mean in English?

Привіт translates to Hello in English. It is a friendly, informal greeting used in everyday conversation.

How is Привіт pronounced?

It is generally pronounced as pree-veet. The first syllable rhymes with “free” (but with a p instead of an f), and the second syllable sounds like “veet”.

Is Привіт appropriate in formal situations?

No, Привіт is considered informal. In more formal contexts, you might use greetings like Добрий день (Good day) or Добрий вечір (Good evening).

Can any punctuation or tone changes alter the meaning of Привіт?

While the core meaning remains Hello, punctuation such as an exclamation mark—Привіт!—can convey a more enthusiastic or energetic greeting. The basic greeting is still the same regardless of the punctuation.

Is it common to use Привіт on its own, or is it often part of longer sentences?

Привіт is frequently used as a standalone greeting. However, it can also be combined with additional phrases to form longer greetings, for example, Привіт, як справи? which means Hello, how are you?