Meaning
An affirmative response indicating one's well-being.
Cultural Background
It is common to say 'Ça va?' as both a question and an answer in the same breath. In Quebec, 'Ça va' is often used with a slightly different intonation to express surprise.
Intonation matters
Use a rising pitch for questions and a falling pitch for statements.
Meaning
An affirmative response indicating one's well-being.
Intonation matters
Use a rising pitch for questions and a falling pitch for statements.
Test Yourself
Which is the correct response to 'Comment vas-tu?'
— Comment vas-tu ? — _____
'Oui, ça va' is the standard, natural response to this question.
🎉 Score: /1
Practice Bank
1 exercises— Comment vas-tu ? — _____
'Oui, ça va' is the standard, natural response to this question.
🎉 Score: /1
Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsOnly if it is a very informal email to a friend.
Related Phrases
Ça va bien
synonymIt goes well.
