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Whether you’re missing a crush, a partner, or an old friend, there are many ways to tell them how you feel—even without sounding too intense or needy. Expressing yourself in a natural and easy way isn’t as tricky as it might feel, and we’re here to help you craft the best message possible. Read on for a comprehensive list of ways to tell someone you miss them while building a deeper emotional connection with them in the process!

Things You Should Know

  • Let them know you're thinking of them by making plans to catch up, or try sending a nostalgic photo to bring up old, happy memories.
  • Message them when they post an important life event on social media to reconnect, or offer a compliment that explains why you miss them so much.
  • Acknowledge the lack of communication if you haven’t talked to them in a while. Then, let them know you still care and would love to reconnect.
  • Tell them you appreciate them and think about them a lot. Alternatively, be direct and say “I miss you,” so they know exactly how you feel.
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“Let’s catch up soon!”

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  1. Reaching out to someone you haven’t spoken to in a while can be as simple as asking for a call or FaceTime conversation soon. This is an easy, friendly way to reconnect without sounding too sappy or needy. [1]
    • “It’s been a while since we last talked! I’d love to FaceTime with you this week.”
    • “I can’t believe it’s been a month since our last phone call! Can I give you a call this weekend?”
    • “Are you free to catch up sometime? I’d love to grab a coffee with you.”
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“I wish you were here.”

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  1. When you say, “I wish you were here,” you’re also telling them that whatever you’re doing would be much more fun if they were around! It’s a cute way to make them smile, and it’s a great segue into making plans together for the future. [2]
    • “This party is fun, but I wish you were here to do karaoke with me! Duets just aren’t the same with someone else.”
    • “My vacation has been incredible! I wish you could see the sights with me. I think you’d love Paris!”
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“This made me think of you.”

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  1. This works for both friends and romantic partners! Send a message when something reminds you of the other person, such as a favorite place or song you listened to together. It shows them they’re important to you and gives you a reason to text so that you don’t sound needy.
    • “Our song played on the radio today, and I couldn’t stop thinking about you. Can’t wait for our date this week!”
    • “This TikTok made me LOL, and it seems right up your alley! Enjoy! 😊”
    • “I still have that hilarious t-shirt you got me. I think of you whenever I wear it!”
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“Remember this old picture?”

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“Just saw your Facebook update!”

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  1. Congratulate or wish them well if they have a birthday, work promotion, move to a new place, or have another major life milestone. It’s easy to start a friendly conversation like this without sounding desperate or awkward because you already have a topic to focus on.
    • “Hey! I saw on Instagram you and Beth got a new place together—congratulations!”
    • “It’s been a while, but I saw you got a new job on Facebook! That’s amazing!”
    • “Happy birthday! I hope this next year is even better than the last. 🥳”
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“I just wanted to check in and see how you’re doing.”

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“What should we do next time we hang out?”

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  1. Make fun plans with the person you’re missing! Prepare a few suggestions you think they’d like and ask them what they want to do. This is a cute way to tell them you’re eager to spend more time together.
    • “The next time I see you, I wanna finally have that bowling rematch!”
    • “I want to see you again soon! I thought we could see a movie, but if you have any ideas, I’d happily do something else.”
    • “I’ve been thinking about how much I want to hang out again! Any ideas for what we could do?”
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“I miss all your goofy jokes!”

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  1. Compliment an endearing personality trait or cool skill of theirs in your “I miss you” message. Telling the other person why you miss them and what you love about them makes the message even more meaningful, whether it’s for a friend, crush, or romantic interest. [3]
    • “Making cookies tonight reminded me that nobody’s cookies are as good as yours! I miss baking with you.”
    • “I don’t laugh as often without your hilarious commentary during TV shows. When can we watch something together again?”
    • “You’re such a supportive exercising partner. Let’s go for a run again soon!”
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“I wish we’d had more time yesterday.”

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“I know I’m not great at keeping in touch, but I miss you.”

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  1. If you’ve fallen out of touch with a good friend and feel a little nervous about reconnecting, the best way to avoid awkwardness is to be honest. Tell them that you still care and want to work on reconnecting.
    • “Hey! It’s been a while, but I still think about you often. How have you been?”
    • “I know we don’t talk as often anymore, but you’re still really important to me, and I miss having you around.”
    • Reader Poll: We asked 918 wikiHow readers and only 9% of them would reach out to an ex by calling and sharing their feelings. [Take Poll]
    • So if the person you're missing is an ex, a casual text like this may be the perfect way to break the ice!
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“I’m thinking of you.”

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  1. Be affectionate and share how often you think about them, even if it’s a little sappy. Being open about your feelings is a sweet way to make them feel wanted. If you’re used to playing it cool and feel unsure about sending a sentimental message, acknowledge those feelings too.
    • “I’ve been thinking of you a lot lately. I hope you’re doing well!”
    • “I can’t stop thinking about you!”
    • “I know we don’t say stuff like this often, but I want you to know that I care about you and think about you often.”
    • “Okay, I’m gonna get a little sappy here, but I can’t believe it’s only been a few hours, and I already miss you!”
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“And I miss you like the deserts miss the rain.”

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  1. Search around for a song with lyrics that express how you feel, and send a quote to your significant other (with a link to the song if they aren’t familiar with it). “And I miss you like the deserts miss the rain” is from the song “Missing” by Everything But The Girl; other lyrics include:
    • “In case you’re wondering, somebody’s missing you. Really, really, really, really missing you.” (“Somebody’s Missing You” by Dolly Parton)
    • “I’ve been dreamin’ of you, that’s all I do.” (“Dreamin’ of You” by Bob Dylan)
    • “No, I can’t close my eyes without you in my dreams.” (“I See You” by Luke Bryan)

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    How do you make someone miss you badly?
    Cristina Morara
    Relationship Coach
    Cristina Morara is a Professional Matchmaker, Dating Coach, Relationship Expert, and the Founder of Stellar Hitch Private Matchmaking, a luxury matchmaking service based in Los Angeles that serves clients nationwide and internationally. As a former casting director, Cristina specializes in finding the perfect partner through her exclusive global network and detailed, warm approach. Cristina holds a BA in Communications and Psychology from Villanova University. Stellar Hitch has been featured in the Huffington Post, Chelsea Handler’s Netflix documentary, ABC News, the Tonight Show, Voyage LA, and the Celebrity Perspective.
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    Expert Answer
    You really can't make someone miss you—you just have to give them time. When someone has time away from you, you can see if you're on their mind or not. Constantly trying to get someone's attention and get them to check on you is the worst thing you can do, though, since you aren't giving them an opportunity to even think about you.
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