How to say “How are you?” in Guatemalan Spanish
The most common way to say “how are you?” in Guatemalan Spanish. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
¿Cómo estás?
In a sentence
English
Hello, how are you?
Guatemalan Spanish
Hola, ¿Cómo estás?
Frequently asked
How do you say "How are you?" in Guatemalan Spanish?
"How are you?" in Guatemalan Spanish is "¿Cómo estás?". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "¿Cómo estás?" written in Guatemalan Spanish?
"¿Cómo estás?" is the standard written form in Guatemalan Spanish, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "¿Cómo estás?" in Guatemalan Spanish?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "¿Cómo estás?" 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 "¿Cómo estás?" mean in English?
"¿Cómo estás?" is the Guatemalan Spanish 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 Guatemalan Spanish?
Many languages — including Guatemalan Spanish — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "¿Cómo estás?" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Guatemalan Spanish spoken?
Guatemalan Spanish is spoken by an estimated 17 million people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.