Long time no talk vs Long time no chat

Both phrases, 'long time no talk' and 'long time no chat', are commonly used informal expressions to convey that it has been a while since the last conversation. They are interchangeable and depend on personal preference.

Last updated: April 12, 2024 • 1376 views

Long time no talk

This phrase is a common informal expression used to indicate that it has been a while since the last conversation.

This phrase is used in a casual setting to express that there has been a significant gap in communication between two people.

Examples:

Hey, long time no talk! How have you been?
Long time no talk, we should catch up soon.
Long time no talk, I missed chatting with you.
Long time no talk, let's grab coffee sometime.
Long time no talk, it's good to hear from you.

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Dec 11, 2020 ... Have you heard people saying 'Long time no talk?' And then you hear others saying that the phrase is incorrect and the proper one is 'Long ...

Alternatives:

long time no chat
long time no see
long time no speak
it's been a while since we talked
we haven't talked in ages

Long time no chat

This phrase is a common informal expression used to indicate that it has been a while since the last conversation.

This phrase is used in a casual setting to express that there has been a significant gap in communication between two people.

Examples:

Long time no chat! How have you been?
Hey, long time no chat, we should catch up soon.
Long time no chat, I missed talking to you.
Long time no chat, let's grab lunch sometime.
Long time no chat, it's good to hear from you.

Show examples from the web [+]

Hey guys! Long time no chat! Anyone already know what your Halloween costume will be? Let me know and maybe I can do a tutorial for it :)
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Jun 5, 2022 ... Long time no chat! During your upcoming visit to The Most Magical Place on Earth, look for the golden Disney Fab 50 Character Collection ...

Alternatives:

long time no talk
long time no see
long time no speak
it's been a while since we chatted
we haven't chatted in ages

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