🇮🇱 Hebrew phrases

How to Say "Long time no see" in Hebrew

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
לא ראיתי אותך הרבה זמן
"Long time no see" in Hebrew · say it like loh rah-ee-tee ot-cha har-beh zman

The most natural way to say "Long time no see" in Hebrew is לא ראיתי אותך הרבה זמן. 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

המון זמן לא ראיתי אותך
a more casual way to say it
עבר הרבה זמן מאז שראיתי אותך
a more formal way to express the same sentiment

When to use it

Use this phrase when you meet someone you haven't seen in a while. It's a friendly way to acknowledge the time that has passed. You can use it in both casual and slightly formal settings.

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Examples in Hebrew

HebrewEnglish
לא ראיתי אותך הרבה זמן, איך אתה?I haven't seen you for a long time, how are you?
Common mistake
Learners often forget to use the correct gender when addressing someone.

The fastest way to remember it

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

Frequently asked questions

Is there a more formal way to say this?

Yes, you can say 'עבר הרבה זמן מאז שראיתי אותך' for a more formal context.

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