🇵🇰 Urdu phrases

How to Say "How are you?" in Urdu

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
آپ کیسے ہیں؟
"How are you?" in Urdu · say it like aap kaise hain

The most natural way to say "How are you?" in Urdu is آپ کیسے ہیں؟. 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

تم کیسے ہو؟
used in informal contexts among friends or peers
آپ کیسی ہیں؟
used when addressing a female politely

When to use it

Use this phrase when you meet someone and want to ask about their well-being. It is a polite and standard way to greet someone. You can use it in both formal and informal settings, depending on your relationship with the person.

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Examples in Urdu

UrduEnglish
السلام علیکم، آپ کیسے ہیں؟Hello, how are you?
Common mistake
Learners often confuse formal and informal variants, using 'تم' in formal situations.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear آپ کیسے ہیں؟, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Urdu 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 'تم' with strangers?

No, it's better to use 'آپ' with strangers or in formal situations.

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