hiya

/ ˈhaɪjə; ˌhaɪˈjɑː /

sentence substitute

1. an informal term of greeting

Word History and Origins

Origin of hiya¹

C20: shortened from how are you?

Example Sentences

Presently a faint perfume of choo-lan spoke of her near approach, and without delay Hiya herself stood by his side.

From Project Gutenberg

If we go up to fight against Rezu, who will lead us in the battle, O Hiya?

From Project Gutenberg