I want to know if it is polite to greet people like that and even use it in Emails, no matter the person or company the email or letter is sent to? Is this vulgar and bad-mannered?
2007-01-24 08:57:23 · 15 answers · asked by juan n 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
I don't think it is rude at all. I think it sounds perky & upbeat.
2007-01-24 09:04:50 · answer #1 · answered by lovemy2babies 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It really depends on the nature of the relationship between the people. Some people would consider it friendly, while others would not. If you aren't absolutely certain of your relationship with someone, avoid this greeting. In spoken communication, "Hello" or "Good morning" is much more pleasant. You'll also never be wrong if you begin a letter or e-mail you can begin with "Dear _____".
You mention "company" in your question. In my opinion it would never be appropriate to use "Hi there" in business communication. It would be better to use no greeting at all (for instance, in an e-mail), or to use the traditional "Dear Sir or Madam".
2007-01-24 09:09:04 · answer #2 · answered by dmb 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is friendly, not vulgar, however it is informal and may not be appropriate for a formal letter/email to a person you do not know well or within the company.
2007-01-24 09:06:31 · answer #3 · answered by pinkfudge27 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
"There" implies that the other person didn't know you were here with him/her. I think it can be polite given the right circumstances and the right tone of voice or the look on your face.
In terms of nettiquette, I think anything goes, as long as you have some previously established relationship with that person. Take more caution if it's an inquiry about a job or something more business oriented.
2007-01-24 09:08:21 · answer #4 · answered by sandra_panda 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is not really appropriate in a more formal business setting. It makes you look as if you don't know how to act professionally. It isn't vulgar, but certainly wouldn't make the best first impression.
2007-01-24 09:07:46 · answer #5 · answered by Love Shepherd 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is friendly in America to greet someone "Hi there". But I can see how it can be rude in some other places like Britain.
2007-01-24 09:05:55 · answer #6 · answered by . 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's unprofessional, but I wouldn't say it's ILL-(note I used ill, and not BAD) mannered. Unless it's someone with whom you work on a regular basis, I would stick with plain old hi/hello/dear.
2007-01-24 09:06:39 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi There (capital "T" since you're referring to a specific person) is fine in a casual setting/e-mail. For work, it would be better to use the person's name.
2007-01-24 10:13:48 · answer #8 · answered by Shrieking Panda 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If they know you, a wink or a surreptitious nod is sufficient. If they don't know you, then you need to pretend you're police, splay them out, take ALL their stash then, as you're leaving, throw $20 on the ground. Results.......= 1/ Desired stimulants and a little extra. 2/ Blinding flash.....darkness.........Nirvana! I think either would be an excellent choice ;o)
2016-05-24 05:16:35 · answer #9 · answered by Susan 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Unless the person is named THERE, it is rude, bad-manner and inconsiderate.
2007-01-24 09:03:16 · answer #10 · answered by istitch2 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's rude. You should greet them with Dear so and so,
2007-01-24 19:01:50 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋