我很好，谢谢。

When to use

This is the most common and polite response to the question '你好吗？' (nǐ hǎo ma). It is suitable for both casual and formal situations.

How it works

This is a standard statement structure for well-being: Pronoun + Adverb + Adjective + Interjection.

• 我 (wǒ): I, me (pronoun)
• 很 (hěn): very (adverb)
• 好 (hǎo): good, well (adjective)
• 谢谢 (xiè xie): thanks (interjection)

Grammar Focus

The adverb 很 (hěn) functions as a linking word between the subject 我 and the adjective 好. In this context, it does not strongly mean 'very', but is grammatically required to make the sentence sound complete and natural.

Tone Sandhi

The phrase 我很好 (wǒ hěn hǎo) contains three consecutive third tones. By tone sandhi rules, the first two syllables change to the second tone, sounding like 'wó hén hǎo'.

Notes

The standard, polite reply to 'How are you?', utilizing an adverb of degree to link the subject and adjective.