How're things going Meaning in English

expression · lemma: how are things going

US

ˈhaʊɝ/ /ˈθɪŋz/ /ˈɡoʊɪn/, /ˈɡoʊɪŋ

HOW-er THINGZ GOH-in

UK

ˈhaʊə/ /θˈɪŋz/ /ɡˈəʊɪŋ

HOW-uh THINGZ GOH-ing

Definition

A casual spoken way to ask someone how their life or situation is at the moment. Similar to 'How are you?' or 'What's up?'.

Usage & Nuances

Very informal, used in casual conversation among friends, colleagues, or acquaintances. Not used in formal writing or situations. It often expects a brief, friendly response.

• Spanish: ¿Cómo van las cosas?
• Portuguese (BR): Como estão as coisas?
• Portuguese (PT): Como estão as coisas?
• Chinese (Simplified): 事情怎么样？
• Chinese (Traditional): 事情怎麼樣？
• Hindi: सब कैसा चल रहा है?
• Arabic: كيف تسير الأمور؟
• Bengali: কেমন চলছে
• Russian: как дела
• Japanese: 最近どう？ - 元気にしてる？
• Vietnamese: dạo này thế nào - mọi việc thế nào
• Korean: 요즘 어때? - 잘 지내?
• Turkish: nasılsın - işler nasıl gidiyor
• Urdu: کیسے چل رہا ہے؟
• Indonesian: gimana kabarnya - bagaimana keadaanmu

Example Sentences

Hey, how're things going?

basic

It's been a while! How're things going at your new job?

basic

Hi Susan, how're things going with your family?

basic

So, how're things going these days? Still enjoying your classes?

natural

Just checking in—how're things going for you after the move?

natural

Long time no talk! How're things going on your end?

natural