Алло
Pronunciation
ah-LOH
Translation
allo — hello (on the phone)
Context & Examples
Алло, это Мария?
Hello, is this Maria?
Алло, я вас плохо слышу.
Hello, I can't hear you well.
Cultural Note 🇷🇺
This is the standard way to answer a phone call in Russian, equivalent to 'hello' in English. It's used regardless of who is calling and is considered polite and neutral.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Алло" mean in Russian?
"Алло" translates to "allo — hello (on the phone)" in English. It is pronounced as "ah-LOH".
How do you pronounce "Алло"?
The pronunciation of "Алло" is: ah-LOH
How to use "Алло" in a sentence?
Example: "Алло, это Мария?" which translates to "Hello, is this Maria?". Another example: "Алло, я вас плохо слышу." — "Hello, I can't hear you well.".
What is the cultural significance of "Алло" in Russia?
This is the standard way to answer a phone call in Russian, equivalent to 'hello' in English. It's used regardless of who is calling and is considered polite and neutral.