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How to Say "How are you?" in Norwegian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Hvordan har du det?
"How are you?" in Norwegian 路 say it like vor-dahn har doo deh

The most natural way to say "How are you?" in Norwegian is Hvordan har du det?. 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

Hvordan g氓r det?
more casual, often used among friends
Hvordan st氓r det til?
a bit more formal, suitable for acquaintances

When to use it

You can use this phrase when greeting someone and asking how they are doing. It is appropriate in both casual and formal settings. It's a friendly way to show you care about the other person's well-being.

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Examples in Norwegian

NorwegianEnglish
Hei! Hvordan har du det?Hi! How are you?
God morgen! Hvordan g氓r det?Good morning! How's it going?
Common mistake
Some learners might forget to use the correct verb form, saying 'Hvordan har du?' instead of 'Hvordan har du det?'.

The fastest way to remember it

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

Frequently asked questions

Is it okay to use this phrase with strangers?

Yes, it's polite and friendly to ask this question even with strangers.

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