Which one is correct?
"how are you all?" or "what about you all?"?

TextRanch: The best way to perfect your writing.

Discover why 1,062,726 users count on TextRanch to get their English corrected!

One of our experts will correct your English.

Our experts

100% Human-Powered Editing!

how are you all?

This phrase is correct and commonly used as a greeting to inquire about the well-being of a group of people.

This phrase is used as a friendly greeting to ask about the general state or well-being of a group of people.

Examples:

  • How are you all doing today?
  • How are you all feeling after the long journey?
  • How are you all coping with the situation?

Alternatives:

  • How is everyone?
  • How are all of you?
  • How are you guys doing?

what about you all?

This phrase is correct and commonly used to ask for the opinion or situation of a group after discussing a topic.

This phrase is used to inquire about the opinion, situation, or response of a group of people after discussing a topic or situation.

Examples:

  • We've shared our thoughts, what about you all?
  • You've heard our plans, what about you all?
  • We've made our decision, what about you all?

Alternatives:

  • And you all?
  • How about all of you?
  • What do you all think?
Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'How are you all?' is a common greeting to inquire about the well-being of a group of people. 'What about you all?' is more commonly used to ask for the opinion or situation of a group after discussing a topic.

Last Updated: March 15, 2024

Related Comparisons

Why choose TextRanch?

Lowest prices
Up to 50% lower than other online editing sites.

Fastest Times
Our team of editors is working for you 24/7.

Qualified Editors
Native English experts for UK or US English.

Top Customer Service
We are here to help. Satisfaction guaranteed!