🇷🇺 Russian phrases

How to Say "Long time no see" in Russian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Давно не виделись
"Long time no see" in Russian · say it like dah-vnoh nye veed-ih-lees

The most natural way to say "Long time no see" in Russian is Давно не виделись. 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

Давно не слышали
Use this when referring to not having heard from someone
Как дела? Давно не виделись
A casual way to greet someone you haven't seen in a while

When to use it

You can use this phrase when you meet someone after a long time apart. It conveys a sense of warmth and familiarity. It's suitable for both friends and acquaintances.

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Examples in Russian

RussianEnglish
Привет! Давно не виделись.Hi! Long time no see.
Common mistake
Learners often forget to use the correct verb form based on the gender and number of the people involved.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Давно не виделись, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Russian 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 setting?

It's better suited for informal situations; in formal contexts, you might want to say something like 'Рад вас видеть снова.'

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