Come stai?
How are you?
Language note: The informal way to ask someone about their health or well-being.
Culture note: Italians often greet each other with this question, even during brief encounters.
Context: Your in-law asks how you've been since you last saw each other.
Word-by-Word Breakdown
Come
[Koh-meh]
How
Used to inquire about someone's wellbeing.
Ogni volta che ci incontriamo, chiedo 'Come stai?'
Every time we meet, I ask 'How are you?'
stai
[Sty]
are you
Part of a common phrase to ask about someone's state.
Mi preoccupo sempre di sapere come stai.
I always care about knowing how you are.
Phrase Parts
Come
Stai?
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