Ukrainian · Greetings & Phrases

Як справи?

yak spravy

How are you?

Beginnerphrase

Definition

The everyday way to ask how someone is doing.

Example

Як справи? — Дякую, добре!

How are you? — Thanks, well!

Etymology

'Як справи?' translates to 'How are you?' with 'як' meaning 'how' and 'справи' coming from 'справа', referring to affairs or matters. It reflects a common inquiry in social interactions.

How & Where It’s Used

Used informally, 'Як справи?' is commonly spoken among friends, family, or peers. It's often used in casual settings and can be adapted to formal contexts as well.

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