Persian · Greetings & Phrases

چطوری

chetori

How are you? (casual)

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Definition

The friendly way to ask how someone is; formally, hāl-e shomā chetor ast.

Example

سلام، چطوری؟ — خوبم، مرسی!

Hi, how are you? — I'm good, thanks!

Etymology

'چطوری' (chetori) is derived from the Persian word 'چطور' (chetor), meaning 'how', combined with the suffix 'ی' (i), making it a casual inquiry about one's well-being.

How & Where It’s Used

This phrase is highly informal and primarily used in spoken conversations among friends and peers. It varies regionally, with similar phrases in other Persian dialects.

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