Amharic · Greetings & Phrases
ደህና ነኝ
dehna negn
I am fine
Beginnerphrase
Definition
The standard reply to how are you.
Example
ደህና ነኝ፣ አመሰግናለሁ።
I am fine, thank you.
Etymology
'ደህና ነኝ' (dehna negn) means 'I am fine.' The word 'ደህና' (dehna) itself is linked to health and well-being, indicative of the individual's state or condition.
How & Where It’s Used
This phrase is primarily used in informal contexts in response to greetings. It is predominantly spoken, particularly in everyday conversations.