Spanish · Greetings & Phrases
¿Cómo estás?
How are you?
Beginnerphrase
Definition
A casual inquiry about someone's wellbeing.
Example
¡Hola! ¿Cómo estás?
Hi! How are you?
Etymology
'¿Cómo estás?' literally translates to 'How are you?' where 'cómo' means 'how' and 'estás' is the second-person singular form of 'estar.' Its roots are embedded in casual dialogues.
How & Where It’s Used
Used as a friendly inquiry about someone's well-being, this phrase is informal, common in casual settings, and can be spoken or written.