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How to Say "Welcome back" in French

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Bienvenue de nouveau
"Welcome back" in French 路 say it like byen-ven-deh nu-vo

The most natural way to say "Welcome back" in French is Bienvenue de nouveau. 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

Content de te revoir
more casual, often used among friends
Ravi de te revoir
slightly more formal, can be used in various contexts

When to use it

You can use this phrase when someone returns after being away for a while. It is suitable for both formal and informal settings. It expresses happiness about their return.

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Examples in French

FrenchEnglish
Bienvenue de nouveau parmi nous !Welcome back among us!
Je suis content de te voir, bienvenue de nouveau !I am happy to see you, welcome back!
Common mistake
Learners often forget to use the correct form of 'de nouveau' and say just 'bienvenue' which is less specific.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Bienvenue de nouveau, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking French with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

When should I use 'Bienvenue de nouveau'?

Use it when someone returns after a break or absence.

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