How do you do Meaning in English
expression
परिभाषा
A very formal way to greet someone when meeting them for the first time, especially in business or formal social situations.
उपयोग और बारीकियां
Extremely formal and mostly used in British English; rarely used in daily conversation today. After someone says 'How do you do?', the correct response is to repeat 'How do you do?'. Not a real question—no need to answer how you are.
उदाहरण वाक्य
He greeted her by saying, 'How do you do?'
basic
When you meet someone important, you can say, 'How do you do?'
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The correct reply to 'How do you do?' is to say the same phrase back.
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At the reception, everyone shook hands and said, 'How do you do?'
natural
When introduced to the CEO, I smiled and said, 'How do you do?'
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People rarely use 'How do you do?' outside very formal settings these days.
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