english help: What does “I am ok could be much better” mean? - Help.com

It means they are feeling fine, or healthy, but there is still something bothering them.

Thank you. I have an idea in my head of what it means,I’m making sure if I’m right.
The person said “wel i am ok could b much better yes it has been long time how are you”

What is a proper reply for that? on the part “could b much better” because it means something is bothering the person.

Exactly, something is still on their mind:(

Actually, it depends a lot on the person. When the question “How are you doing” is asked, many prefer to joke rather than utter the tired old obligatory “Okay”. So, they respond with something like “Fine, could be better” (when obviously, pretty much EVERYONE “could be better”). In that case, there isn’t an underlying problem.

OTOH, the inflection/tone of their voice could be the only clue that they are truly troubled/depressed/worried, but they either prefer not to talk about it, or they may want to talk about it but don’t want to bring you down, too. Pressing them further may only increase their reluctance to talk. Depending on your relationship, it’s often best to demonstrate low-key empathy and support with a casual, “Well, if there’s anything really bothering you, I’ve got a shoulder you can cry on” (or “I’m available to chat”) might be best, and wait to see if they open up.

The sentence you wrote - “well i am ok could b much better yes it has been long time how are you” - sounds like a pretty light and casual reply to the “Hi, how have you been?” query, unless it was accompanied by weeping, deep sighs, or a deadpan monotone quite different from the way they normally sound.

It means they want your attention

it means nothing horrible is happening to them, but they feel life could be better, its a figure of speech, its like saying “not bad, but not good” it just means they have had better days…

Is this a proper reply? “Good to hear that you’re okay.I hope things would get better for you.”

yes, proper response:) oh, it’s WILL not would :)

thanks =)

Why will is the right word to use instead of would?

Anytime :)Just ask away in the future. when in doubt, ask HELP .. It is proper english grammer. The correct word to say.Repeat the sentence over again to yourself. Don’t you think WILL sounds better ?