When someone says long time no see, it’s a friendly way of saying they haven’t seen you in a while and want to reconnect.
How you reply can keep the conversation flowing, show your feelings, or even add a bit of humor. Here are plenty of ways to respond in different moods and situations.
[Friendly and Warm Replies] — Perfect for reconnecting warmly
- Hey! It really has been a while!
- So good to see you again!
- Yeah, it’s been too long!
- I know, right? How have you been?
- It sure has! What’s new with you?
- Great to hear from you after so long.
- I was just thinking about you!
- Too long indeed! Let’s catch up soon.
- Yes! We need to fix that.
- Long time no see! How’s life treating you?
- Hey stranger! Hope you’re doing well.
- Wow, it’s been forever!
- I’m glad we crossed paths again.
- So nice to reconnect!
- Yeah, it’s been ages!
- We have some serious catching up to do.
- Life’s been busy, hasn’t it?
- Been too long; how’s everything?
- I’ve missed our chats!
- Great to hear your voice again!
[Casual and Chill Replies] — Keep it laid-back and easygoing
- Yeah, been a minute!
- For sure, what’s up?
- Yep, long time no chat!
- Hey! What’s good?
- Too long, huh?
- It’s been a minute, huh?
- Yeah, how’s it going?
- Hey, how’s things?
- Been a while, hasn’t it?
- Yeah, what’s new?
- Long time no talk!
- Hey! Hope you’re good.
- It’s been a bit, right?
- Yo! How’ve you been?
- Hey, what’s happening?
- Yeah, life’s been busy.
- For real, it’s been a minute.
- Been ages, man!
- Hey! Hope all’s well.
- Long time no see, friend!
[Funny and Playful Replies] — Add some humor or sass
- I was just hiding from you!
- Yeah, I’ve been avoiding your texts.
- Long time no see, because I’m a ninja.
- I’ve been undercover, shh.
- Guess I was living under a rock!
- I’ve been abducted by aliens, you?
- Long time no see, same old me!
- Yeah, I’ve been busy being awesome.
- I’ve been traveling the world—mostly my couch.
- I was waiting for you to call first.
- Yep, I’ve been perfecting my disappearing act.
- Long time no see, but I’ve missed you!
- I’ve been training to be a texting ghost.
- I’ve been busy conquering the world.
- Yeah, been hiding from adulthood.
- Long time no see, but look who’s back!
- I was waiting for you to notice me.
- I’ve been stuck in a time warp.
- Long time no see, but I’m still fabulous.
- I’ve been busy being mysterious.
[Short and Sweet Replies] — Quick responses for easy texting
- Hey!
- Yeah!
- Hi!
- Hey there!
- Yo!
- Sup?
- Hey, you!
- Hiya!
- Hey, friend!
- What’s up?
- Hello!
- Hey, stranger!
- Hi!
- Hey, long time!
- Yo, long time!
- Hey buddy!
- Hey, it’s you!
- Hi again!
- Hey, what’s new?
- Hey!
Tips for Replying to Long Time No See
- Match the Tone — If they sound casual, keep it casual. If they’re warm, be warm.
- Ask a Question — Keep the conversation going by asking how they’ve been.
- Add Humor When It Fits — It breaks the ice and makes chatting fun.
- Show Genuine Interest — People appreciate when you care about their lives.
- Suggest Catching Up — If you want to reconnect more, invite a chat or meet-up.
Conclusion
Replying to long time no see can be easy and fun. Whether you want to be warm, casual, funny, or quick, there’s a perfect way to respond.
Use these ideas to reconnect smoothly and enjoy the conversation.
What’s your favorite way to say long time no see back? Try one out next time you meet someone after a while!
