The most common and straightforward way to say "How are you?" in Italian is "Come stai?" This phrase is informal and used among friends, family, and people you know well. For a more casual or colloquial version, Italians also say "Come va?" which means "How's it going?" For formal situations, such as when speaking to someone older or not well known, the phrase "Come sta?" is used. Here are some key phrases:
- Come stai? — How are you? (informal)
- Come va? — How's it going? (casual)
- Come sta? — How are you? (formal)
These phrases are commonly used to inquire about someone's wellbeing in Italian conversations.
