🇫🇮 Finnish phrases

How to Say "Long time no see" in Finnish

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Pitkästä aikaa
"Long time no see" in Finnish · say it like pit-kahs-tah ai-kaa

The most natural way to say "Long time no see" in Finnish is Pitkästä aikaa. 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

Kauan sitten nähty
More formal, used in written contexts.
Miten menee pitkästä aikaa?
Casual, often used as a greeting.

When to use it

Use this phrase when you meet someone you haven't seen in a while. It expresses a sense of nostalgia or warmth. It's suitable for both casual and more formal situations.

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Examples in Finnish

FinnishEnglish
Pitkästä aikaa, miten voit?Long time no see, how are you?
Common mistake
Learners often say 'Pitkä aika' which is incorrect; the full phrase is necessary.

The fastest way to remember it

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

Frequently asked questions

Can I use this phrase in a formal email?

It's better suited for casual conversations; in formal emails, consider a different greeting.

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