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How to say “how are you” in Igbo

Kedu?

How are you? / Hello? Tap any word for what it means.

When to say it

A short greeting or wellbeing check; the exact meaning depends on the situation.

How to say it

Say it as Kè-dú. Keep two clean beats and finish with a clear final u.

Igbo is tonal, so pitch can change a word’s meaning. The recording is a native speaker.

How to reply

  • Ọ dị mma.It is fine / I am fine.
  • Ọ dị mma, kedu maka gị?I am fine, how about you?

You may also hear

  • Kedu ka ị mere?How are you doing?
  • Kedu ka ị meluHow are you doing?

In a sentence

  • Kedu, nne?How are you, Mum?
  • Kedu ka unu mere?How are you all doing?