How to say “How are you?” in French
The most common way to say “how are you?” in French. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
Comment allez-vous ?
In a sentence
English
Hello, how are you?
French
Bonjour, Comment allez-vous ?
Frequently asked
How do you say "How are you?" in French?
"How are you?" in French is "Comment allez-vous ?". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "Comment allez-vous ?" written in French?
"Comment allez-vous ?" is the standard written form in French, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "Comment allez-vous ?" in French?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "Comment allez-vous ?" 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 "Comment allez-vous ?" mean in English?
"Comment allez-vous ?" is the French 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 French?
Many languages — including French — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "Comment allez-vous ?" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is French spoken?
French is spoken by an estimated 274 million people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free French dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free French dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "Comment allez-vous ?" or any other French text.