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"Long time no see" in Italian: da quanto tempo!
da quanto tempo!
Long time no see in Italian is da quanto tempo! (dah KWAHN-toh TEM-poh). Use the full exclamation when you meet again. Che bello rivederti often follows.
Street bump-into
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How to pronounce da quanto tempo!
Say it
dah KWAHN-toh TEM-poh
/da ˈkwan.to ˈtɛm.po/
Da: dah. Quanto: KWAHN-toh. Tempo: TEM-poh. Stress KWAHN and TEM.
"Long time no see" in Italian: quick reference
| Italian | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| da quanto tempo! | long time no see! Core reunion line. | Core reunion line. |
| da quanto tempo non ci vediamo! | it's been so long since we saw each other! Fuller version. | Fuller version. |
| che bello rivederti | so good to see you again Often paired. | Often paired. |
| era da tanto | it's been a while Casual alternative. | Casual alternative. |
How to use da quanto tempo! in real life
- 1Street bump-into
Ciao! Da quanto tempo!
Hi! Long time no see!
Full phrase.
- 2Café reunion
Da quanto tempo! Stai benissimo.
Long time no see! You look great.
Phrase + compliment.
- 3Group chat after silence
Ragazzi, da quanto tempo! Organizziamo una cena.
Guys, long time no see! Let's organize a dinner.
Group address.
Mistakes English speakers make with da quanto tempo!
Incorrect: Long time no see!
Correct: Da quanto tempo!
Use the Italian phrase.
Incorrect: Da quanto!
Correct: Da quanto tempo!
Keep tempo in the phrase.
Good to know
Da quanto tempo! is warm and informal—perfect for friends, less for stiff first meetings. Expect cheek kisses or a handshake next. Follow with a quick life update, not a long apology for silence.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
Meeting an old classmate
ChatPal
Ma ciao! Da quanto tempo!
Hey! Long time no see!
You
Da quanto tempo! Lavori ancora qui in centro?
Long time no see! Do you still work downtown?
ChatPal
Sì. Prendiamo un caffè?
Yes. Shall we grab a coffee?
You
Volentieri, ho mezz'ora.
Gladly—I've got half an hour.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Long time no see" in Italian
Exact phrase?
Da quanto tempo!
Longer version?
Da quanto tempo non ci vediamo!
What next?
Che bello rivederti / prendiamo un caffè?
Formal?
Keep it for people you know; otherwise a simple buongiorno.
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