How to say “How are you?” in Spanish
The most common way to say “how are you?” in Spanish. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
¿Cómo estás?
In a sentence
English
Hello, how are you?
Spanish
Hola, ¿Cómo estás?
Frequently asked
How do you say "How are you?" in Spanish?
"How are you?" in Spanish is "¿Cómo estás?". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "¿Cómo estás?" written in Spanish?
"¿Cómo estás?" is the standard written form in Spanish, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "¿Cómo estás?" in Spanish?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "¿Cómo estás?" 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 "¿Cómo estás?" mean in English?
"¿Cómo estás?" is the Spanish 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 Spanish?
Many languages — including Spanish — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "¿Cómo estás?" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Spanish spoken?
Spanish is spoken by an estimated 534 million people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Spanish dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Spanish dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "¿Cómo estás?" or any other Spanish text.