What is ca va?

"Ça va" is a very common French expression used in a variety of situations, primarily as a greeting, to inquire about someone's well-being, or to indicate one's own well-being.

• Meaning: Literally, "ça va" translates to "it goes" in English. However, its meaning is far broader and depends on the context. It can mean "How are you?", "Are you okay?", "I'm fine", "Okay", or even simply "Alright?".

• Usage:

  • As a question (https://www.wikiwhat.page/kavramlar/How%20are%20you): When used as a question, usually with a rising intonation (Ça va ?), it means "How's it going?", "Are you okay?", or "Is everything alright?".

  • As a statement (https://www.wikiwhat.page/kavramlar/I'm%20fine): When used as a statement, it commonly means "I'm fine", "I'm okay", or "Things are going well".

  • As agreement (https://www.wikiwhat.page/kavramlar/Alright): "Ça va" can also be used to signify agreement or acceptance, similar to saying "Okay" or "Alright" in English.

• Responses: Possible responses to "Ça va ?" include:

  • Ça va bien (I'm doing well).
  • Ça va mal (I'm not doing well).
  • Comme ci, comme ça (So-so).
  • Ça va (I'm okay).
  • Oui, ça va (Yes, I'm okay).
  • Et toi? (And you?) - A common follow-up question.

• Formality: "Ça va" is generally considered informal. In more formal settings, you would use "Comment allez-vous ?" (How are you?).