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How to Say "Long time no see" in German

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Lange nicht gesehen
"Long time no see" in German 路 say it like lahn-guh nikht geh-zay-en

The most natural way to say "Long time no see" in German is Lange nicht gesehen. 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

Sch枚n, dich zu sehen
Use this when you want to express happiness about meeting someone again
Wie lange ist es her?
This is more of a question asking how long it has been since you last met

When to use it

You can use this phrase when you meet someone you haven't seen in a while. It conveys a sense of familiarity and warmth. It's suitable for both casual and friendly contexts.

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Examples in German

GermanEnglish
Hey, lange nicht gesehen! Wie geht's?Hey, long time no see! How are you?
Common mistake
A common mistake is to translate it literally, which doesn't convey the same meaning in German.

The fastest way to remember it

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

Frequently asked questions

Is this phrase used in formal situations?

No, it's typically used in casual or friendly contexts.

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