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How to Say "What's up?" in Italian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Come va?
"What's up?" in Italian 路 say it like koh-meh vah

The most natural way to say "What's up?" in Italian is Come va?. 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

Che succede?
used to ask what's happening or going on
Tutto bene?
used to check if everything is okay

When to use it

You can use 'Come va?' when greeting friends or acquaintances. It's informal and friendly. It's a great way to start a conversation and show interest in someone's well-being.

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Examples in Italian

ItalianEnglish
Ciao! Come va?Hi! How's it going?
Ehi, come va? Hai fatto qualcosa di interessante oggi?Hey, how's it going? Did you do anything interesting today?
Common mistake
Learners often say 'Come stai?' which is more formal and used for close relationships.

The fastest way to remember it

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

Frequently asked questions

Is 'Come va?' used in formal situations?

'Come va?' is generally informal and best used with friends or peers.

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