How to say “How are you?” in Kyrgyz
The most common way to say “how are you?” in Kyrgyz. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
Кандайсың?
In a sentence
English
Hello, how are you?
Kyrgyz
Салам, Кандайсың?
Frequently asked
How do you say "How are you?" in Kyrgyz?
"How are you?" in Kyrgyz is "Кандайсың?". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "Кандайсың?" written in Kyrgyz?
Kyrgyz uses the Cyrillic alphabet, an alphabet. "Кандайсың?" is the standard left-to-right written form.
How do you pronounce "Кандайсың?" in Kyrgyz?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "Кандайсың?" 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 "Кандайсың?" mean in English?
"Кандайсың?" is the Kyrgyz 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 Kyrgyz?
Many languages — including Kyrgyz — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "Кандайсың?" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Kyrgyz spoken?
Kyrgyz is spoken by an estimated 5 million people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Kyrgyz dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Kyrgyz dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "Кандайсың?" or any other Kyrgyz text.