A1 Expression Formal

Comment allez-vous ?

How are you?

Meaning

A polite way to inquire about someone's general well-being or health.

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Cultural Background

The 'vous' form is essential in professional life. Using it shows you are educated and respectful. While 'vous' is used, people in Quebec are often slightly more relaxed, but 'Comment allez-vous ?' remains the standard for strangers.

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The Liaison

Always pronounce the 'z' sound between 'allez' and 'vous'. It makes you sound much more natural.

Meaning

A polite way to inquire about someone's general well-being or health.

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The Liaison

Always pronounce the 'z' sound between 'allez' and 'vous'. It makes you sound much more natural.

Test Yourself

Which is the correct formal greeting?

Choose the best option:

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Comment allez-vous ?

This is the only formal option using 'vous'.

🎉 Score: /1

Visual Learning Aids

Practice Bank

1 exercises
Which is the correct formal greeting? Choose A1

Choose the best option:

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: Comment allez-vous ?

This is the only formal option using 'vous'.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

Yes, absolutely. It is the perfect phrase for a boss.

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