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How to Say "Long time no see" in Tamil

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
நீண்ட காலமாக காணவில்லை
"Long time no see" in Tamil · say it like neen-da kaa-la-maaka kaa-na-vil-lai

The most natural way to say "Long time no see" in Tamil is நீண்ட காலமாக காணவில்லை. 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

காணவில்லை
A more casual way to say it.
நீண்ட நாட்களாக காணவில்லை
A slightly more formal version.

When to use it

Use this phrase when you meet someone after a long time. It expresses a sense of nostalgia or surprise. It can be used in both casual and formal settings, depending on the context.

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Examples in Tamil

TamilEnglish
நீண்ட காலமாக காணவில்லை, எப்படி இருக்கிறாய்?Long time no see, how have you been?
Common mistake
Learners often forget to use the correct tense, saying 'நான் நீண்ட காலமாக காணவில்லை' instead of the correct form.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear நீண்ட காலமாக காணவில்லை, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Tamil 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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