Mandarin Chinese:
* 你好 (nǐ hǎo): This is the most common and general greeting, similar to "hello" or "good day" in English.
* 您好 (nín hǎo): This is a more formal greeting used for older people or people in a position of authority.
Cantonese Chinese:
* 你好 (nei hou): This is the most common greeting in Cantonese.
It's important to note that the pronunciation of "hello" varies slightly between Mandarin and Cantonese.
Other options:
* 早上好 (zǎo shang hǎo): This means "good morning" and is used in the morning.
* 下午好 (xià wǔ hǎo): This means "good afternoon" and is used in the afternoon.
* 晚上好 (wǎn shàng hǎo): This means "good evening" and is used in the evening.
So, depending on the specific situation, you can choose the appropriate greeting.