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How to Say "I miss you" in Danish

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Jeg savner dig
"I miss you" in Danish 路 say it like yai sahv-ner die

The most natural way to say "I miss you" in Danish is Jeg savner dig. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

Jeg savner dig meget
Use this to express that you miss someone a lot.
Jeg savner dig virkelig
This adds emphasis, meaning you truly miss the person.

When to use it

You can use this phrase when you are away from someone you care about. It is appropriate in both casual and more serious contexts. It conveys a sense of longing or affection.

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Examples in Danish

DanishEnglish
Jeg savner dig, n氓r du ikke er her.I miss you when you are not here.
Jeg savner dig meget, is忙r n氓r jeg ser billeder af os.I miss you a lot, especially when I see pictures of us.
Common mistake
A common mistake is to confuse 'savner' with 'mangler', which means 'lack' rather than 'miss'.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Jeg savner dig, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Danish with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

Is it appropriate to say 'Jeg savner dig' to friends?

Yes, it is perfectly fine to say it to friends, especially if you have a close relationship.

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