What to answer to “How are you”?

Responses to "How are you?" can vary based on context and relationship with the person asking. Here are some common options:

  1. Casual/Positive:

    • I'm good, thanks! How about you?
    • Doing well, how about yourself?

  2. Neutral:

    • I’m okay, thanks.
    • Not bad, how are you?

  3. Honest/Negative (if close):

    • I've been better, but I'm managing.
    • It's been a tough day, but I'm hanging in there.

Responses can reflect mood, relationship, or social norms.