Greet
Verb
UK
/ɡriːt/
US
/ɡriːt/
Level: Easy - A1 (Beginner)
Definition
To say hello or welcome someone politely.
Example
"She greeted her teacher in the morning."
"It’s polite to greet people when you meet them for the first time."
"The children greeted their parents happily when they came home from school."
Explanation
Greet means to say hello or welcome someone kindly. For example, she greeted her guests with a smile. People greet each other by saying words, shaking hands, or smiling. It is a polite way to show respect and friendliness. As a verb, this word is often used when meeting or seeing someone. Greeting others helps create good relationships and makes people feel valued and happy.