Ça roule ?
How's it going?
Language note: Literally translates to 'Is it rolling?' akin to saying 'Is everything smooth?' in English.
Culture note: Commonly used among friends or peers to casually inquire about someone's day.
Context: At the beginning of the conversation, two friends meet on the street. One friend asks how the other is doing.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Ça
[sah]
That okay?
A casual way to ask if everything is alright.
Salut, ça roule ?
Hi, everything okay?
roule
[rool]
moving
Indicates things are going smoothly.
Ça roule bien pour toi ?
Is everything going smoothly for you?
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