How to say “How are you?” in Hmong
The most common way to say “how are you?” in Hmong. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
Koj nyob li cas?
In a sentence
English
Hello, how are you?
Hmong
Nyob zoo, Koj nyob li cas?
Frequently asked
How do you say "How are you?" in Hmong?
"How are you?" in Hmong is "Koj nyob li cas?". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "Koj nyob li cas?" written in Hmong?
"Koj nyob li cas?" is the standard written form in Hmong, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "Koj nyob li cas?" in Hmong?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "Koj nyob li cas?" 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 "Koj nyob li cas?" mean in English?
"Koj nyob li cas?" is the Hmong 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 Hmong?
Many languages — including Hmong — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "Koj nyob li cas?" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Hmong spoken?
Hmong is spoken by an estimated 4 million people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Hmong dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Hmong dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "Koj nyob li cas?" or any other Hmong text.