Amharic · Greetings & Phrases

ደህና ነኝ

dehna negn

I am fine

Beginnerphrase

Definition

The standard reply to how are you.

Example

ደህና ነኝ፣ አመሰግናለሁ።

I am fine, thank you.

Etymology

'ደህና ነኝ' (dehna negn) means 'I am fine.' The word 'ደህና' (dehna) itself is linked to health and well-being, indicative of the individual's state or condition.

How & Where It’s Used

This phrase is primarily used in informal contexts in response to greetings. It is predominantly spoken, particularly in everyday conversations.

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