🇸🇦 Arabic phrases

How to Say "How are you?" in Arabic

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
كيف حالك؟
"How are you?" in Arabic · say it like kayfa halak?

The most natural way to say "How are you?" in Arabic is كيف حالك؟. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

كيف حالكم؟
used when addressing multiple people
كيف حالك اليوم؟
adds 'today' for a more specific inquiry

When to use it

You can use this phrase when greeting someone to ask about their well-being. It is appropriate in both formal and informal settings. It is a common way to start a conversation in Arabic-speaking cultures.

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Examples in Arabic

ArabicEnglish
مرحبا، كيف حالك؟Hello, how are you?
Common mistake
Some learners forget to match the gender of 'حالك' with the person they are addressing.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear كيف حالك؟, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Arabic with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

Is there a difference between 'كيف حالك؟' and 'كيف حالكم؟'

Yes, 'كيف حالك؟' is for one person, while 'كيف حالكم؟' is for addressing multiple people.

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