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How to Say "Good to see you" in French
Say 'good to see you' in French with 'Content de vous voir !' for a warm greeting.
Content de vous voir !
kohn-TAHN duh voo VWAHRneutral
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Use this when you meet someone you know and are genuinely pleased to see them again. It's a step up from a simple 'Bonjour' and shows a bit more personal connection.
Alternatives
- Ravi de vous voir !Slightly more enthusiastic than 'content'.
- Content de te voir !Use this when you'd normally use 'tu' with the person.
Ways to get it wrong
Pronouncing the 't' in 'content'
The final 't' in 'content' is silent, so don't pronounce it.
Forgetting the liaison
You should link the 't' from 'content' to the 'd' in 'de' for smoother pronunciation: 'content-de'.
A small cultural note
While 'Content de vous voir !' is perfectly fine, French speakers often express this sentiment more subtly or with a more effusive gesture than a direct translation might imply.
The same phrase in other languages
Frequently asked
How to say good to see you to a friend?
Use 'Content de te voir !' when you are on familiar terms with the person. This is the equivalent of using 'tu'.
Is 'Content de vous voir' formal?
It's generally neutral, polite but not overly stiff. You can use it with people you don't know well or in professional settings.
What's a more casual way to say good to see you?
A simple 'Salut ! Ça fait plaisir de te voir.' (Hi! Nice to see you.) is very common among friends.
