How to Say "How are you?" in French
The most natural way to say "How are you?" in French is Comment ça va ?. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.
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When to use it
You can use 'Comment ça va ?' in everyday conversations with friends or acquaintances. It's friendly and casual. For formal situations, like in a business meeting, prefer 'Comment allez-vous ?'. In very informal settings, just saying 'Ça va ?' is perfectly acceptable.
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Examples in French
| French | English |
|---|---|
| Salut, comment ça va ? | Hi, how are you? |
| Bonjour, comment allez-vous ? | Hello, how are you? |
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Frequently asked questions
Is it okay to ask 'Ça va ?' to someone I just met?
It's better to use 'Comment allez-vous ?' in that case to be polite.
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