Hindi · Greetings & Phrases
आप कैसे हैं
Aap kaise hain
How are you?
Beginnerphrase
Definition
A polite question asking about someone's wellbeing.
Example
आप कैसे हैं? — मैं ठीक हूँ, धन्यवाद।
How are you? — I am fine, thanks.
Etymology
'आप कैसे हैं' (Aap kaise hain) translates to 'How are you?' with 'आप' being a respectful form of 'you,' 'कैसे' meaning 'how,' and 'हैं' indicating the present tense. It is a common greeting.
How & Where It’s Used
'Aap kaise hain' is typically used in formal and respectful contexts, serving as a polite inquiry about someone's well-being. It is used in both spoken and written forms.