greeting
a polite word or sign of welcome or recognition;
a formal expression of goodwill,
said on meeting or in a written message

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greet

welcome

recognize

polite

words

sign

formal

expression

good wishes

meeting

message

Hey
Hello

Hey
used as a friendly greeting

hello
how are you
how do you do
(honorifics in Chinese)

Hi, Hello
How are you

welcome

to wave
wave one's hand

to beckon
wave hand
make a gesture with the hand
to encourage someone to approach or follow

shake hands

gassho
clasp hands
joined palms
put palms together

cup one hand in the other in greeting

give one's regards to
pay one's compliments
send one's greetings to

Good morning

Happy holidays!

Happy New Year.
Best wishes for a happy new year.
(greeting for Chinese New Year)

may you be happy and prosperous
Congratulations and make a fortune
(greeting for Chinese New Year)

blessing
happiness
auspiciousness
(used mostly in New Year greetings)