🇺🇦 Ukrainian phrases

How to Say "Long time no see" in Ukrainian

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Давно не бачились
"Long time no see" in Ukrainian · say it like dah-vnoh neh bah-chee-lees

The most natural way to say "Long time no see" in Ukrainian is Давно не бачились. 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 бачилася
Used when speaking to a female
Давно не бачилися
Used when addressing a group

When to use it

You can use this phrase when you meet someone you haven't seen in a while. It's friendly and informal, suitable for friends or acquaintances. It expresses a sense of nostalgia and warmth.

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Examples in Ukrainian

UkrainianEnglish
Привіт! Давно не бачились.Hi! Long time no see.
Як ти? Давно не бачились на роботі.How are you? We haven't seen each other at work for a long time.
Common mistake
Learners often forget to adjust the phrase based on the gender of the person they are addressing.

The fastest way to remember it

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Frequently asked questions

Is this phrase used in formal situations?

No, it's more suitable for casual conversations among friends or acquaintances.

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