Meaning
An informal way to ask about someone's well-being.
Cultural Background
It is often used as a filler phrase. Don't be surprised if people say 'Ça va' and keep walking. In Quebec, 'Ça va ?' is common, but you will also hear 'Comment ça va ?' frequently.
Intonation is key
Raise your pitch at the end to make it a question. Keep it flat to make it a statement.
Meaning
An informal way to ask about someone's well-being.
Intonation is key
Raise your pitch at the end to make it a question. Keep it flat to make it a statement.
Test Yourself
Which is the most natural way to greet a friend?
How do you ask a friend how they are?
The other options are too formal or unnatural.
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Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
1 exercisesHow do you ask a friend how they are?
The other options are too formal or unnatural.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsNo, stick to friends and family.
Related Phrases
Ça va bien
builds onIt goes well
Ça ne va pas
contrastIt is not going well
