come stai?
how are you? (informal)
Beginner Phrase
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Pronunciation
/ˈko.me ˈstai/
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Cultural Note
Come stai uses the informal tu — for friends, family, and peers. Unlike in English-speaking cultures where 'how are you' is often a formality, Italians tend to give genuine answers. Don't be surprised if an Italian actually tells you how they're doing, including complaints about the weather, work, or politics.
📝 Example Sentences
Ciao Marco, come stai?
Hi Marco, how are you?
Come stai? Non ti vedo da un po'.
How are you? I haven't seen you in a while.
Come stai oggi? Ti vedo un po' giù.
How are you today? You seem a bit down.