A guide to saying it like a local
How to Say "I want to see you again" in French
Express your desire to see someone again after a date or meeting in France.
J'ai envie de te revoir.
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Use this at the end of a date or a pleasant meeting with someone you'd like to get to know better. It's a direct but polite way to signal your interest in a second encounter.
Alternatives
- J'aimerais te revoir.Slightly more formal and less direct than 'j'ai envie'.
- On se revoit bientôt ?More of a question, suggesting a plan for the next meeting.
Ways to get it wrong
Pronouncing 'envie'
The 'en' is a nasal sound, don't pronounce the 'n' separately; the 'ie' sounds like 'ee'.
Forgetting 'de'
You need 'de' after 'avoir envie' before an infinitive verb.
A small cultural note
While directness is appreciated, the overall context of the date and your previous interactions will determine how well this phrase lands.
The same phrase in other languages
Frequently asked
How to say I want to see you again formally?
For a more formal context or if you're using 'vous', you could say 'J'ai envie de vous revoir.' However, 'j'ai envie' is generally quite direct.
Is 'J'ai envie de te revoir' too strong?
It's quite direct, but generally acceptable on a date if you've had a good time. It clearly states your desire for a repeat encounter.
What's the difference between 'j'ai envie' and 'je veux'?
'J'ai envie' expresses a desire or craving, often softer and more nuanced than 'je veux' (I want), which can sound more demanding.
