Significado
A standard response to how are you.
Contexto cultural
In many parts of Greece, responding with 'Είμαι καλά' is often followed by 'Δόξα τω Θεώ' (Glory to God), regardless of the speaker's actual religious fervor. It's a cultural idiom of gratitude. Cypriot Greek might use 'Είμαι καλά' but you'll also frequently hear 'Είμαι μια χαρά' or 'Εντάξει είμαι' with a distinct Cypriot accent and slightly different verb endings in informal speech. Second and third-generation Greeks often use 'Είμαι καλά' as a fixed phrase, sometimes losing the conjugation of the verb 'είμαι' and just saying 'Kala' for everything. In a Greek office, 'Είμαι καλά' is the necessary 'small talk' before any request. Jumping straight to the point without this exchange is seen as cold or aggressive.
Always ask back
In Greece, it's culturally essential to ask 'Εσύ;' (And you?) after saying you are well. It shows you care about the other person.
The 'Kala' Trap
Don't just say 'Kala' with a flat face. Greeks are expressive! A small smile or a nod makes the phrase feel much more authentic.
Significado
A standard response to how are you.
Always ask back
In Greece, it's culturally essential to ask 'Εσύ;' (And you?) after saying you are well. It shows you care about the other person.
The 'Kala' Trap
Don't just say 'Kala' with a flat face. Greeks are expressive! A small smile or a nod makes the phrase feel much more authentic.
Use 'Μια χαρά' for extra points
If you want to sound less like a student and more like a local, use 'Μια χαρά' (Mia hara) instead of 'Είμαι καλά'.
Ponte a prueba
Fill in the correct form of the verb 'to be' (είμαι).
Εμείς _______ καλά, ευχαριστούμε.
'Εμείς' (we) requires the first person plural form 'είμαστε'.
Which response is the most natural to 'Πώς είσαι;'
Πώς είσαι;
'Είμαι καλά' is the standard adverbial response for well-being.
Match the response to the situation.
You just tripped but you aren't hurt. What do you say to the person helping you?
'Είμαι καλά!' is the natural way to reassure someone you aren't hurt.
Complete the dialogue.
Α: Γεια σου! Τι κάνεις; Β: __________, εσύ;
'Είμαι καλά' is the standard polite response to 'Τι κάνεις;'.
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Ayudas visuales
Adverb vs Adjective
Banco de ejercicios
4 ejerciciosΕμείς _______ καλά, ευχαριστούμε.
'Εμείς' (we) requires the first person plural form 'είμαστε'.
Πώς είσαι;
'Είμαι καλά' is the standard adverbial response for well-being.
You just tripped but you aren't hurt. What do you say to the person helping you?
'Είμαι καλά!' is the natural way to reassure someone you aren't hurt.
Α: Γεια σου! Τι κάνεις; Β: __________, εσύ;
'Είμαι καλά' is the standard polite response to 'Τι κάνεις;'.
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Preguntas frecuentes
10 preguntasIt is neutral. You can use it with anyone, from your best friend to your boss.
Yes, in informal settings, just 'Καλά' is a very common short answer.
They mean the same thing, but 'Καλά είμαι' puts more emphasis on the 'well' part, often used as a reassurance.
'Είμαι καλός' means 'I am a good person.' It describes your character, not your health.
Simply add 'δεν' (den) before the verb: 'Δεν είμαι καλά.'
No, 'καλά' is an adverb and stays the same for everyone.
It's not rude, but it's much more polite to add 'ευχαριστώ' (thank you) and ask 'εσύ;' (and you?).
It means 'All good' or 'Everything is fine.' It's a very common variation.
Yes, it's perfectly appropriate to describe physical recovery.
Add 'πολύ' (poly) before 'καλά': 'Είμαι πολύ καλά.'
Frases relacionadas
Μια χαρά
similarEverything is great / Just fine.
Έτσι κι έτσι
contrastSo-so.
Πολύ καλά
builds onVery well.
Δεν είμαι καλά
contrastI am not well.
Νιώθω καλά
similarI feel well.
