Spanish phrase
¿Cómo está usted?
Meaning
How are you?
When to use it
A polite question asking about someone's well-being. Used with strangers, elders, or in formal situations; slightly more distant than casual greetings.
Example dialogue
¿Cómo está usted?
How are you?
No muy bien, tengo fiebre.
Not very well, I have a fever.