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How do you answer kefak ya wad in Arabic language?

The phrase "كيفك يا ولد" (kefak ya wald) is a colloquial Arabic phrase meaning "How are you, boy?" The appropriate response depends on your relationship with the speaker and your desired level of formality. Here are a few options:

* بخير، شكراً (bikhair, shukran): "I'm fine, thank you." This is a polite and common response.

* الحمد لله (Alhamdulillah): "Praise be to God." This is a very common and pious response, expressing gratitude for good health.

* تمام (tamaam): "Fine" or "Okay." This is a more casual and shorter response.

* كويس (kwayis): "Good." Similar to "tamaam" in level of formality.

* منيح (meni7): "Good" (Levantine Arabic). This is a slightly more informal variant used in Levant region (Syria, Lebanon, Palestine, Jordan).

The best response will depend on context. If speaking to an elder, a more formal response like "بخير، شكراً" is preferred. If speaking to a peer or someone younger, "تمام" or "كويس" might be more appropriate.

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