🇨🇿 Czech phrases

How to Say "Long time no see" in Czech

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Dlouho jsme se neviděli
"Long time no see" in Czech · say it like dloo-hoh jsme seh neh-vee-dyeh-lee

The most natural way to say "Long time no see" in Czech is Dlouho jsme se neviděli. 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

Kde jsi byl(a)?
A casual way to ask where someone has been
Jak se máš po tak dlouhé době?
A more formal way to inquire about someone's well-being after a long time

When to use it

You can use this phrase when you meet someone you haven't seen in a while. It's friendly and acknowledges the time that has passed. It can be used in both casual and formal settings.

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Examples in Czech

CzechEnglish
Ahoj, dlouho jsme se neviděli!Hi, long time no see!
Common mistake
Learners often translate it directly and say something like 'Dlouho neviděli jsme', which sounds unnatural.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

Is this phrase used in formal situations?

Yes, it can be used in both formal and informal contexts.

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