🇹🇭 Thai phrases

How to Say "Long time no see" in Thai

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
นานแล้วไม่เจอกัน
"Long time no see" in Thai · say it like nahn laeo mai jer gun

The most natural way to say "Long time no see" in Thai is นานแล้วไม่เจอกัน. 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

นานมากแล้วที่ไม่ได้เจอกัน
more formal, emphasizes a longer duration
ไม่ได้เจอกันนาน
casual and straightforward

When to use it

Use this phrase when you meet someone you haven't seen in a while. It expresses a sense of nostalgia or surprise at the time that has passed. It's suitable for both friends and acquaintances.

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Examples in Thai

ThaiEnglish
นานแล้วไม่เจอกันนะIt's been a long time since we last met, right?
Common mistake
Learners often forget to use the correct tone, which can change the meaning.

The fastest way to remember it

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

It's generally casual, but can be used in semi-formal contexts among acquaintances.

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