How to Say ‘So long’ in French
Si longtemps
see long-tomp
[see long-tomp]
💬 Usage Tip: The phrase tends to emphasize the extent of time passed.
Phrase Breakdown
Si
[see]
So long
To emphasize a long duration.
Cela fait si longtemps que je ne t'ai pas vu.
It has been so long since I saw you.
longtemps
[long-tomp]
a long time
Refers to an extended period.
Ils ont attendu si longtemps pour la réponse.
They waited so long for the answer.
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