Marathi · Greetings & Phrases
कसे आहात
kase aahat
How are you?
Beginnerphrase
Definition
The polite way to ask how someone is; informally, kasa aahes.
Example
कसे आहात? — मी ठीक आहे.
How are you? — I am fine.
Etymology
'कसे आहात' (kase aahat) translates to 'How are you?' and is derived from the Marathi word 'कस' (kas), which means 'how.' This phrase has its roots in the local language structure, incorporating the verb 'आहेत' (aahat) for the present tense.
How & Where It’s Used
This greeting is primarily used in informal spoken contexts, often among friends and family. While it can appear in written forms, it is more commonly heard in daily conversations throughout Maharashtra.