🇫🇷 How to say

“how” in French

comment
Illustration of "how" in a French cultural setting
A person in a cozy kitchen looks at a complex recipe on a tablet, scratching their head and wondering out loud how to start cooking the dish.

Usage note

"Comment" is the most common way to ask 'how' and is used at the start of a question, just like in English; it's essential for everyday conversations from greetings to asking for instructions.

Examples

  • Comment tu t'appelles ?

    What is your name?

  • Comment vas-tu ?

    How are you?

  • Comment on fait ça ?

    How do we do this?

Quick check

What does "comment" mean?

  • A. how
  • B. now
  • C. when
  • D. how are you

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