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What is a Yiddish word for hello?

The most common Yiddish word for "hello" is "שלום" (pronounced "sholem").

It directly translates to "peace" and is used as a greeting similar to "hello" in English.

Here are some other Yiddish greetings:

* "גוטן טאג" (Guten Tag): Good day

* "גוטן אווענט" (Guten Ovent): Good evening

* "מאָרגן" (Morgen): Morning

* "צו דיר" (Tsu dir): To you (informal, often used between friends)

Keep in mind that "sholem" is the most universally used and understood greeting in Yiddish.

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