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UK//haʊ oʊld ɑːr juː//US//haʊ oʊld ɑːr juː//

Meaning of How old are you

In simple words: A question asking someone their age.

How old are you in a sentence

  • When meeting someone new, I often ask, 'How old are you?'
  • She looked at him curiously and asked, 'How old are you?'
  • 'How old are you?' is a common question among children.
  • At the birthday party, I was asked, 'How old are you?'
  • I usually don't answer, 'How old are you?' because I prefer to keep it private.

How to use How old are you

Use this question in most contexts when meeting someone new. It may sound too direct in formal settings.

Grammar pattern

standalone greeting

Memory hint

Think of asking someone how many candles are on their birthday cake.

Related words

Collocations with How old are you

  • ask how old
  • wonder how old
  • reply to how old

Synonyms for How old are you

  • What is your age?
  • How many years have you lived?
  • What's your age?

Common mistakes with How old are you

  • Forgetting to add 'are' in the question.
  • Using incorrect verb form, e.g., 'How old you are?'
  • Not adjusting tone for children's ages.

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Frequently asked questions about How old are you

What does How old are you mean?

A question asking someone their age.

What is the definition of How old are you?

A question to know someone's age.

How do you use How old are you in a sentence?

When meeting someone new, I often ask, 'How old are you?'

Can you give another example of How old are you?

She looked at him curiously and asked, 'How old are you?'

What are synonyms for How old are you?

Common alternatives include What is your age?, How many years have you lived?, What's your age?.

What words go with How old are you?

It commonly pairs with ask how old, wonder how old, reply to how old.

What are common mistakes when using How old are you?

Forgetting to add 'are' in the question. Using incorrect verb form, e.g., 'How old you are?' Not adjusting tone for children's ages.

How do you pronounce How old are you?

US: //haʊ oʊld ɑːr juː//, UK: //haʊ oʊld ɑːr juː//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use How old are you?

Use this question in most contexts when meeting someone new. It may sound too direct in formal settings.