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How to Say "Long time no see" in Italian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Da quanto tempo non ci vediamo
"Long time no see" in Italian 路 say it like dah kwon-toh tem-poh non chee veh-dee-ah-mo

The most natural way to say "Long time no see" in Italian is Da quanto tempo non ci vediamo. 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

脠 da un po' che non ci vediamo
A more casual way to say it
Non ci vediamo da tanto
A simpler, more informal variant

When to use it

You can use this phrase when you meet someone you haven't seen in a while. It's friendly and shows that you care about the other person. It's suitable for both casual and slightly formal situations.

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Examples in Italian

ItalianEnglish
Ciao Marco, da quanto tempo non ci vediamo!Hi Marco, it's been a long time since we last saw each other!
Common mistake
Learners often forget to use the correct verb form, saying 'non vediamo' instead of 'non ci vediamo'.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Da quanto tempo non ci vediamo, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Italian 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?

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

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