It seems like a simple inquiry, but "How are you?" functions totally differently depending on where you land. In American or British English, it is often just a casual substitute for "hello." But ask a native German or Scandinavian how they are doing, and they might give you an honest, detailed update on their week!
Whether you need a polite greeting for a shopkeeper or trendy street slang for people your own age, check out our international list below to learn casual ways to ask "How are you doing?" across world languages.
Explore How are you? Around the World 🌍
Browse the full list below, or type a country, a language or a word into the search box to narrow it down. Click on the country link to open its own page, where you'll find a little more details, extra translations and local variations.