Funny Ways to Say Hello: 45 Cool and Creative Options

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Looking for funny ways to say hi? We’ve got your back! There are tons of interesting and creative ways to say hello, and we’ve compiled the best of the best. From the quirky and weird to the adorable and hilarious, you’re sure to have your friends and family laughing in no time.

Quick Ideas for Funny Greetings

Channel your inner cowboy with a quick "Howdy," or slip into a pirate character with a saucy and cheerful "Ahoy, matey!" Or, get a little goofier with a fun one liner like, "What's kicking, my chicken?" or, "What's shakin', bacon?"

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“Howdy.”

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    Fun fact, “howdy” is a shortened version of “how do ye?” While it may not raise an eyebrow in Texas where it’s commonly used today, this funny little greeting is way more interesting than “hi” or “hello.” [1] Kids also tend to find the sound of this word funny, as well. You could also try:
    • “Howdy-doo.”
    • “Howdy der partner.”
    • “Howdy, rowdy-roo.”
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“Ahoy, matey.”

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    Something like “ahoy matey” with a goofy pirate voice will totally get a laugh. Throw a little “arrrrr” in there and close one eye (like you have an eyepatch) to really ham it up for bonus points. If the pirate’s life isn’t feeling like the vibe right now, try one of these other options out:
    • “’Ello, gov’nr!” (British accent)
    • “Top o’ the morning to ya.” (Irish accent)
    • “Greetings, comrade.” (Russian accent)
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“Aloha.”

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    “Aloha” is a traditional Hawaiian greeting that means “peace and love.” This is a friendly, playful way to say hello (or say goodbye—“aloha” can be used either way). It’s also low stakes comedy-wise, which makes it a great option for greeting co-workers. You might give these other options a shot:
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“Yo yo yo!”

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    This works especially well if you’re older than the person you’re greeting and you want to embarrass them a bit, or if you’re greeting someone a lot older and you want to throw them for a loop. A playful, goofy slang-filled greeting is sure to get a laugh. [2]
    • “Hey dudes. How are my super rad friends doing?”
    • “Wazzup, homie!”
    • “How do you do, fellow kids?” [3]
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“What’s kickin’, chicken?”

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    Sometimes, a greeting is just funny because it sounds silly. Give one of these funny-sounding greetings a shot. There’s even another chicken-related option if you’re trying to ruffle some feathers. (Get it?)
    • “What’s cookin’, good lookin’?”
    • “How you livin’, chicken?”
    • “What’s shakin’, bacon?”
    • “How now, brown cow?”
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“How do lions greet other animals? Pleased to eat you!”

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    Tell an actual joke about saying hello to throw them for a loop. Love jokes? Do you enjoy greeting people? Combine your two favorite activities by delivering the punchline as you say hello. The other person might roll their eyes at you, but at least they’ll have a smile on their face! Give one of these a shot:
    • “What does a horse eat? Hayyyyyyy.”
    • “What did one plant say to the other? Aloe! Long thyme no see.”
    • “How much does a polar bear weigh? Enough to break the ice—how are you? I’m Jake!”
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“Salutations.”

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    Stick your chin up, straighten out your posture, and throw your arm up in front of you like a fancy butler. Put your best snobbish accent on and throw out a greeting from the 1800s like a fancy railroad tycoon. You could also try:
    • “Well met.”
    • “Greetings, friend.”
    • “Marvin! In the flesh, as I live and breathe!”
    • “Good day, young chap.”
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“So…we meet at last.”

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    This is a fun little roleplaying moment for you and a good friend. Play it up like you’re running into your worst enemy (in a joking way) to get a laugh out of onlookers who may not know you’re joking at first. You could even get into a stance like an old gunslinger, or squint your eyes like you’re suspicious as you greet them. You might say:
    • “This ends here, my old friend.”
    • “I thought I told you to get out of town…”
    • “Look 'ere partner…this town ain’t big enough for the two of us.”
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“Here’s Johnny!”

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    This one kind of only works if the other person gets the reference, so you’re more likely to get a chuckle from the older crowd here. Pick a fun reference that the other person is likely to understand and use that as your greeting. [4] You could also pick:
    • “Hello. My name is Inigo Montoya.”
    • “Goooood morning, Vietnam!”
    • “Ghostbusters, whatya want?”
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“Hey there, honeybunch.”

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    If you’re saying hello to your partner , go for a cute and funny combo. Sure, you could go all out on the funny angle, but if you’re greeting your crush, girlfriend, or boyfriend, why not make them blush at the same time? [5] Here are a few cute ways to say hello:
    • “What’s good, boo boo?”
    • “Hey there hot stuff.”
    • “Hi! I like your face.”
    • “Aye baby, how you doin’?”

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    You can greet in whatever way best fits you! A simple wave or a smile is still considered a greeting if you're more of an introvert. For extroverts, good greetings for people are "Hi, how are you?" or "Hello, what's good?" or even a simple, friendly "hi" is a great greeting. Saying "Hola" or "Bonjour" is also a good way of saying hello or greeting someone.
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      1. ↑ https://moviecultists.com/do-cowboys-say-howdy
      2. ↑ https://www.orlandosentinel.com/news/os-xpm-1986-10-20-0260300127-story.html
      3. ↑ https://www.theverge.com/2017/7/13/15966094/30-rock-buscemi-how-do-you-do-fellow-kids-meme-kill-it-please
      4. ↑ https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/lists/best-movie-quotes-hollywoods-top-867142/
      5. ↑ https://www.thecut.com/article/good-morning-texts-for-her.html

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