How to say “Hello” in Old English
The most common way to say “hello” in Old English. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
Wes hāl
In a sentence
English
Hello, how are you?
Old English
Wes hāl, Hū eart þū?
Frequently asked
How do you say "Hello" in Old English?
"Hello" in Old English is "Wes hāl". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "Wes hāl" written in Old English?
Old English uses the Old English alphabet, an alphabet. "Wes hāl" is the standard left-to-right written form.
How do you pronounce "Wes hāl" in Old English?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "Wes hāl" pronounced by a native-style synthetic voice. For practice, repeat the phrase out loud immediately after listening — the rhythm and stress are usually what trips learners up, not the individual sounds.
What does "Wes hāl" mean in English?
"Wes hāl" is the Old English way of saying "Hello" in English. It's used in everyday conversation in roughly the same situations as the English original.
Are there formal or informal ways to say "Hello" in Old English?
Many languages — including Old English — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "Wes hāl" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Is there a free Old English dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Old English dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "Wes hāl" or any other Old English text.