hola España
/ola espaɲa/from spelling rules
The English phrase "hello spain" is translated into Spanish as hola España.
hola España is a greeting specifically addressed to the country of Spain.
Did you know?
- The name España may have roots in a Punic phrase meaning 'island of the hyrax', referring to the small mammals that inhabit the region.
- While hola is the standard greeting, Spanish speakers often use the gesture of a single kiss on each cheek when greeting people in person.
- In Spanish, España is the name of the country, but the official state name is Reino de España, which means 'Kingdom of Spain'.
Examples in context
- Hola, buenos días, Señor GarcíaHello, good morning, Mr. García
- ¡Hola España, ya estoy aquí!Hello Spain, I am finally here!
- El mensaje dice: hola España.The message says: hello Spain.
- Gritó con mucha alegría: ¡hola España!He shouted with much joy: hello Spain!
Example conversation
Lucía is starting a travel vlog in Madrid.
- Lucía¡Hola España! Finalmente he llegado.Hello Spain! I have finally arrived.
- JavierBienvenida, Lucía. ¿Te gusta la ciudad?Welcome, Lucía. Do you like the city?
- LucíaSí, Javier. Todo es hermoso.Yes, Javier. Everything is beautiful.
- JavierMe alegro mucho. ¡Disfruta tu viaje!I am very glad. Enjoy your trip!
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries España, hola, CC BY-SA 4.0.
