Used when needing urgent assistance or wanting to be heard over distance.

Attracting Attention

Modern English usually prefers 'shout' or 'yell' over 'halloo'.

Outdated Usage

Seen in historical literature or movies, indicating an old-fashioned setting.

Can signify distress; often seen in narratives involving rescue.

Used in storytelling to create drama or urgency in a scene.

A casual and slightly playful way to greet someone or get attention.

Conveys a sense of surprise or unexpectedness in a light-hearted manner.