How to say “How are you?” in Classical Chinese
The most common way to say “how are you?” in Classical Chinese. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
子安乎
In a sentence
English
Hello, how are you?
Classical Chinese
安, 子安乎
Frequently asked
How do you say "How are you?" in Classical Chinese?
"How are you?" in Classical Chinese is "子安乎". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "子安乎" written in Classical Chinese?
"子安乎" is the standard written form in Classical Chinese, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "子安乎" in Classical Chinese?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "子安乎" pronounced by a native-style synthetic voice. For practice, repeat the phrase out loud immediately after listening — the rhythm and stress are usually what trips learners up, not the individual sounds.
What does "子安乎" mean in English?
"子安乎" is the Classical Chinese way of saying "How are you?" in English. It's used in everyday conversation in roughly the same situations as the English original.
Are there formal or informal ways to say "How are you?" in Classical Chinese?
Many languages — including Classical Chinese — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "子安乎" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Classical Chinese spoken?
Classical Chinese is spoken by an estimated 10,000 people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Classical Chinese dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Classical Chinese dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "子安乎" or any other Classical Chinese text.