I love you in german

No matter what language you use, it’s essential to know how to express your yearning for someone’s presence, and for expressing how much you miss them.

In German, these expressions are typically quite short, which fortunately makes them easy to remember.

But their brevity makes them no less poignant or meaningful.

Ich vermisse dich is one of the most common ways to say “I miss you” in German. Read on to learn about this phrase, and more heartfelt ways you can say “I miss you” in German, plus traditional responses that can be offered in return.

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How to Say “I Miss You” in German

1. Ich vermisse dich — I miss you

These three simple words are the most direct way to get your feelings across—no fluff or fetter.

Vermisse comes from vermissen (to miss), while the accusative pronoun dich (you) is used.

You can also add adverbs to further the sentiment, such as by saying Ich