How to say “How are you?” in Igbo
The most common way to say “how are you?” in Igbo. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
Kedu ka ị mere?
In a sentence
English
Hello, how are you?
Igbo
Ndewo, Kedu ka ị mere?
Frequently asked
How do you say "How are you?" in Igbo?
"How are you?" in Igbo is "Kedu ka ị mere?". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "Kedu ka ị mere?" written in Igbo?
"Kedu ka ị mere?" is the standard written form in Igbo, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "Kedu ka ị mere?" in Igbo?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "Kedu ka ị mere?" 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 "Kedu ka ị mere?" mean in English?
"Kedu ka ị mere?" is the Igbo 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 Igbo?
Many languages — including Igbo — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "Kedu ka ị mere?" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Igbo spoken?
Igbo is spoken by an estimated 30 million people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Igbo dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Igbo dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "Kedu ka ị mere?" or any other Igbo text.