How to say “How are you?” in Occitan
The most common way to say “how are you?” in Occitan. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
Cossí vas ?
In a sentence
English
Hello, how are you?
Occitan
Bonjorn, Cossí vas ?
Frequently asked
How do you say "How are you?" in Occitan?
"How are you?" in Occitan is "Cossí vas ?". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "Cossí vas ?" written in Occitan?
"Cossí vas ?" is the standard written form in Occitan, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "Cossí vas ?" in Occitan?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "Cossí vas ?" 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 "Cossí vas ?" mean in English?
"Cossí vas ?" is the Occitan 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 Occitan?
Many languages — including Occitan — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "Cossí vas ?" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Occitan spoken?
Occitan is spoken by an estimated 220,000 people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Occitan dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Occitan dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "Cossí vas ?" or any other Occitan text.