How to Say ‘How are you?’ in French
Comment vas-tu?
koh-mahn vah too
[koh-mahn vah too]
💬 Usage Tip: [Vas-tu ?] uses the flipped order common in more careful question forms. In everyday speech with friends, [Comment tu vas ?] is also very common.
🇫🇷 In France: [Comment vas-tu ?] is correct but can sound a bit neat or formal with close friends. In real casual conversation, many people would say [Ça va ?] or [Comment tu vas ?].
Phrase Breakdown
Comment
[koh-mahn]
How
Inquires about someone's well-being or situation.
Comment vas-tu depuis ce temps?
How have you been since then?
vas
[vah]
do you go
Asks about the state or condition of a person.
Comment vas-tu après l'opération?
How are you doing after the surgery?
tu
[too]
you
Referring to the person being talked to.
Vas-tu te reposer un peu?
Are you going to rest a little?
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