"yello" meaning in English

See yello in All languages combined, or Wiktionary

Interjection

Etymology: Perhaps blend of yes + hello. Etymology templates: {{blend|en|yes|hello|nocap=1}} blend of yes + hello Head templates: {{en-interj}} yello
  1. An informal greeting, especially when answering the phone
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