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How to Say "I miss you" in Dutch

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Ik mis je
"I miss you" in Dutch 路 say it like ik mis yuh

The most natural way to say "I miss you" in Dutch is Ik mis je. 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

Ik mis jou
Slightly more emphatic, used when you want to stress the person.
Ik heb je gemist
Used when referring to missing someone in the past.

When to use it

You can use this phrase when you want to express that you feel the absence of someone. It can be used in both casual and more serious contexts. It's common among friends, family, or romantic partners.

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Examples in Dutch

DutchEnglish
Ik mis je zo erg.I miss you so much.
Als je weg bent, mis ik je altijd.When you are away, I always miss you.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'miss' with 'mistaken' in Dutch, which is a different verb.

The fastest way to remember it

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

Frequently asked questions

Is there a difference between 'ik mis je' and 'ik mis jou'?

Yes, 'ik mis jou' emphasizes the person more than 'ik mis je'.

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