Gerardo - the elderly man?

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Gerardo - the elderly man?

If you are also an elderly man? Can you use "¿Cómo estás?" when greeting Gerardo?

Asked 4 years ago
InmaKwiziq team member

Hola William,

It is slightly more common that two elderly people say to each other ¿cómo está? but this varies a bit depending on area, how well people know each other, whether the person prefers a more formal or informal approach... The content and examples in the lesson are reflecting what is more commonly used. However, I added an extra hint to that specific question about "Gerardo" saying that it is "a formal greeting" so it is more clear what we are asking for. 

I hope this helps

Inma

Gerardo - the elderly man?

If you are also an elderly man? Can you use "¿Cómo estás?" when greeting Gerardo?

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