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How to Say "I miss you" in Portuguese

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Sinto sua falta
"I miss you" in Portuguese 路 say it like seen-toh soo-ah fahl-tah

The most natural way to say "I miss you" in Portuguese is Sinto sua falta. 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

Estou com saudade de voc锚
More casual and commonly used in Brazil
Sinto falta de voc锚
Similar to the main phrase but slightly less common

When to use it

Use this phrase when you want to express that you are missing someone. It can be used with friends, family, or loved ones. It conveys a sense of longing and affection.

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Examples in Portuguese

PortugueseEnglish
Estou longe e sinto sua falta.I am far away and I miss you.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'saudade' with 'missing' in a literal sense; remember that 'sinto sua falta' is the direct translation.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Sinto sua falta, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Portuguese 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 'sinto sua falta' and 'estou com saudade'?

Both express missing someone, but 'estou com saudade' is more casual and commonly used in conversation.

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