Meaning
A polite and positive response to a question about well-being.
Cultural Background
Politeness is a social requirement. Using 'merci' is mandatory even in short exchanges. The phrase is used similarly, but often with a warmer, more informal tone. Very formal and precise. 'Très bien' is often used in professional settings.
Nasal Vowels
Practice the nasal 'en' in 'bien' by letting air escape through your nose.
The Reciprocal Question
Always add 'Et vous ?' or 'Et toi ?' after your answer to be polite.
Meaning
A polite and positive response to a question about well-being.
Nasal Vowels
Practice the nasal 'en' in 'bien' by letting air escape through your nose.
The Reciprocal Question
Always add 'Et vous ?' or 'Et toi ?' after your answer to be polite.
Test Yourself
Complete the response.
— Comment allez-vous ? — ____ ____, merci.
The standard phrase is 'Très bien'.
Which verb is used for health?
Je ____ très bien.
We use 'aller' (to go) for health.
Match the response to the context.
Match 'Très bien, merci' to its function.
It is used in response to a greeting.
Finish the dialogue.
A: Ça va ? B: ____ ____, merci.
The most natural response to 'Ça va?'
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercises— Comment allez-vous ? — ____ ____, merci.
The standard phrase is 'Très bien'.
Je ____ très bien.
We use 'aller' (to go) for health.
Match each item on the left with its pair on the right:
It is used in response to a greeting.
A: Ça va ? B: ____ ____, merci.
The most natural response to 'Ça va?'
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
6 questionsYes, but 'Ça va super' is more natural.
It is neutral and safe for all contexts.
It is a polite acknowledgment of the question.
Yes, it is very polite.
Say 'Pas très bien' or 'Ça pourrait aller mieux'.
No, it is an adverb.
Related Phrases
Ça va
synonymIt goes well
Pas mal
similarNot bad
Merci beaucoup
builds onThank you very much
