Italian Phrase
Come ti senti oggi?
Meaning
Literally, “How do you feel today?” It asks about a person’s physical or emotional state at the present moment, often used in casual conversation or when checking on someone’s wellbeing.
When to use
Use this question when you want to show care for a friend, family member, or colleague, especially after they’ve been ill, stressed, or after an event that might affect their mood.
✦Grammar Breakdown
Cometisentioggi?
Come (How)
Interrogative adverb used to ask about manner or condition.
ti (reflexive pronoun)
Second‑person singular reflexive pronoun that matches the subject 'you'.
senti (sentire)
Second‑person singular present of the verb 'sentire' meaning 'to feel'.
oggi (today)
Adverb of time indicating the current day.
🗨In Conversation
Ciao Marco, come ti senti oggi?
Hey Marco, how do you feel today?
Ciao Lucia, meglio, grazie. Ho dormito bene stanotte.
Hey Lucia, better, thanks. I slept well last night.
✕Common Mistakes
Come ti sei oggi?
Use 'senti' (feel) not 'sei' (are) for temporary states.
Come ti sento oggi?
The verb must be conjugated to match the subject; 'sento' is first person.
Come oggi ti senti?
The question can be asked without 'oggi' if context is clear, but adding it is natural; avoid placing it before the verb.
↔Alternatives
Come stai oggi?
How are you today?
Ti senti bene oggi?
Do you feel well today?
Come ti trovi oggi?
How are you getting along today?
Cultural Tip
In Italy, asking "Come ti senti?" is more specific to health or mood, while "Come stai?" is a general "how are you?". Italians appreciate genuine concern, so follow up with a brief comment or offer of help if the answer indicates discomfort.