いつも元気ですか

itsumo genki desu ka

how are you

いつも元気ですか？

How are you?

informal

A polite and casual way to ask someone how they are doing, often used in greetings or casual conversation.

友達に会ったとき、いつも元気ですかと聞きました。

When I met my friend, I asked, 'How are you?'

This phrase is commonly used in everyday Japanese to inquire about someone's well-being in a friendly manner.

Collocations

元気ですかhow are you元気ですか？how are you?

Synonyms

元気ですかお元気ですか

Related Phrases

お元気ですかphrase

how are you (more formal)

Pro Tip

Casual vs. Formal

Use 'いつも元気ですか' with friends and people you are familiar with. For more formal situations, use 'お元気ですか'.

Word Origin

Composed of 'いつも' (always) + '元気' (healthy/energetic) + 'ですか' (question form).

Usage Notes

This phrase is a standard way to ask about someone's health or mood in Japanese. It is more casual than 'お元気ですか' and is commonly used among friends and acquaintances.

Word Breakdown

いつも

always

adverb

元気

healthy/energetic

adjective

ですか

question form

suffix

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