How to say “How are you?” in Medieval Latin
The most common way to say “how are you?” in Medieval Latin. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
Quomodo vales?
In a sentence
English
Hello, how are you?
Medieval Latin
Salve, Quomodo vales?
Frequently asked
How do you say "How are you?" in Medieval Latin?
"How are you?" in Medieval Latin is "Quomodo vales?". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "Quomodo vales?" written in Medieval Latin?
"Quomodo vales?" is the standard written form in Medieval Latin, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "Quomodo vales?" in Medieval Latin?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "Quomodo vales?" 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 "Quomodo vales?" mean in English?
"Quomodo vales?" is the Medieval Latin 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 Medieval Latin?
Many languages — including Medieval Latin — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "Quomodo vales?" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.