Meanings
How to pronounce "how are you":
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An informal greeting, not requiring a literal response. In form a question, and thus followed by a question mark. Typical responses include:
Example: "I'm very well, thank you. How are you? (formal)I'm fine, thank you. / Fine, thanks. (informal) / Fine, and you? (informal) (formal)I'm fine, thank you. / Fine, thanks. (informal) / Fine, and you? (informal)"
(Following a noun phrase; stress on are) An expression of derision, that the preceding referent is unworthy of the name. In form an exclamation, and thus often followed by an exclamation mark.
