🇮🇪 Irish phrases

How to Say "Long time no see" in Irish

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Fada ó chonaic mé tú
"Long time no see" in Irish · say it like fah-duh oh khuh-nee may too

The most natural way to say "Long time no see" in Irish is Fada ó chonaic mé tú. 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

Fada ó chuala mé tú
Use this when referring to hearing from someone

When to use it

You can use this phrase when you meet someone you haven't seen in a while. It's friendly and casual. It works well in both social and informal settings. You might say it to a friend or acquaintance.

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Examples in Irish

IrishEnglish
Fada ó chonaic mé tú, conas atá tú?It's been a long time since I saw you, how are you?
Common mistake
Learners often forget to use the correct verb form for 'see'.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Fada ó chonaic mé tú, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Irish 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 could say 'Fada ó chonaic mé thú' in a more formal context.

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