¿cómo está usted?

how are you? (formal)

Beginner Phrase

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Pronunciation

/ˈko.mo es.ˈta us.ˈteð/

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Cultural Note

The usted form is essential when addressing elders, authority figures, or strangers in formal settings. In Spain, its use has decreased among younger generations, but it remains important in professional and institutional contexts. In Colombia and other Latin American countries, usted is used much more broadly, even among friends and family.

📝 Example Sentences

Buenos días, ¿cómo está usted?

Good morning, how are you?

¿Cómo está usted, señor Martínez?

How are you, Mr. Martínez?

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Related Words

buenos días

good morning

¿cómo estás?

how are you? (informal)

¿qué tal?

how are you?, how's it going?

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