Japanese · Greetings & Phrases
お元気ですか
ogenki desu ka
How are you?
Beginnerphrase
Definition
A polite inquiry about someone's well-being. The response is 元気です (genki desu), meaning "I am fine."
Example
お久しぶりです。お元気ですか？
It's been a long time. How are you?
Etymology
'お元気ですか' (ogenki desu ka) comprises '元気' (genki, 'health/energy') with a polite form, conveying concern for someone's wellbeing.
How & Where It’s Used
'お元気ですか' is a formal greeting used primarily in spoken situations, often among acquaintances, inquiring about health or emotions.