How to say “How are you?” in Kalaallisut
The most common way to say “how are you?” in Kalaallisut. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
Qanoq ippit?
In a sentence
English
Hello, how are you?
Kalaallisut
Aluu, Qanoq ippit?
Frequently asked
How do you say "How are you?" in Kalaallisut?
"How are you?" in Kalaallisut is "Qanoq ippit?". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "Qanoq ippit?" written in Kalaallisut?
"Qanoq ippit?" is the standard written form in Kalaallisut, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "Qanoq ippit?" in Kalaallisut?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "Qanoq ippit?" 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 "Qanoq ippit?" mean in English?
"Qanoq ippit?" is the Kalaallisut 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 Kalaallisut?
Many languages — including Kalaallisut — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "Qanoq ippit?" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Kalaallisut spoken?
Kalaallisut is spoken by an estimated 57,000 people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Kalaallisut dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Kalaallisut dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "Qanoq ippit?" or any other Kalaallisut text.