How to say “How are you?” in Tetum
The most common way to say “how are you?” in Tetum. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
Ita diak ka?
In a sentence
English
Hello, how are you?
Tetum
Olá, Ita diak ka?
Frequently asked
How do you say "How are you?" in Tetum?
"How are you?" in Tetum is "Ita diak ka?". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "Ita diak ka?" written in Tetum?
"Ita diak ka?" is the standard written form in Tetum, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "Ita diak ka?" in Tetum?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "Ita diak ka?" 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 "Ita diak ka?" mean in English?
"Ita diak ka?" is the Tetum 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 Tetum?
Many languages — including Tetum — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "Ita diak ka?" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Tetum spoken?
Tetum is spoken by an estimated 900,000 people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Tetum dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Tetum dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "Ita diak ka?" or any other Tetum text.