How to say “How are you?” in Malay
The most common way to say “how are you?” in Malay. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
Apa khabar?
In a sentence
English
Hello, how are you?
Malay
Helo, Apa khabar?
Frequently asked
How do you say "How are you?" in Malay?
"How are you?" in Malay is "Apa khabar?". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "Apa khabar?" written in Malay?
"Apa khabar?" is the standard written form in Malay, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "Apa khabar?" in Malay?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "Apa khabar?" 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 "Apa khabar?" mean in English?
"Apa khabar?" is the Malay 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 Malay?
Many languages — including Malay — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "Apa khabar?" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Malay spoken?
Malay is spoken by an estimated 77 million people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Malay dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Malay dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "Apa khabar?" or any other Malay text.