Norwegian · Greetings & Phrases
Hvordan har du det?
How are you?
Beginnerphrase
Definition
A common question asking about someone's wellbeing.
Example
Hvordan har du det? — Bare bra, takk.
How are you? — Just fine, thanks.
Etymology
'Hvordan har du det?' translates to 'How are you?' and directly translates from Old Norse expressions of inquiry about a person's well-being.
How & Where It’s Used
'Hvordan har du det?' is primarily used in informal spoken contexts as a friendly inquiry, though it may also appear in written forms, being widely understood across Norway.