How to Say ‘I'm doing well’ in French
Ça va bien
sa va bee-ehn
[sa va bee-ehn]
💬 Usage Tip: A friendly positive answer to "Ça va ?" You can also just say "Ça va."
🇫🇷 In France: In quick everyday exchanges, people often keep it light, even if they are tired after the school run!
Phrase Breakdown
Ça
[sa]
it / that
Part of the common reply Ça va bien, meaning things are going well.
Quand on me demande comment je vais, je réponds Ça va bien.
When I'm asked how I am, I answer I'm doing well.
va
[va]
goes / is going
Shows how things are going in the expression Ça va bien.
Au portail, Ça va bien est une réponse positive.
At the gate, Ça va bien is a positive reply.
bien
[bee-ehn]
well
Says that things are going well.
Je souris et je dis Ça va bien ce matin.
I smile and say I'm doing well this morning.
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