Ek mis jou
/æk məs jœu̯/word by word
The English phrase "I miss you" is translated into Afrikaans as Ek mis jou.
You use Ek mis jou to express that you miss someone. To specify the intensity of your feeling, you can add adverbs: baie means "a lot" and vreeslik means "terribly".
Meaning: I miss you (phrase)
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of Ek (I), mis (miss) and jou (you).
How does it change in a sentence?
In the first person singular present tense, the verb mis remains unchanged.
How do you pronounce it?
/æk məs jœu̯/
Did you know?
- In Afrikaans, the word mis can also refer to 'manure' or 'fertilizer' in certain contexts.
- While Ek mis jou is common, a South African might say Ek verlang na jou to express a much deeper, more soulful longing or yearning.
- In some South African contexts, saying Ek mis jou can be paired with a warm hug or a kiss on both cheeks, reflecting a blend of European and local social customs.
Examples in context
- Ek mis jou so baie, my liefie. Wanneer kom jy terug?I miss you so much, my love. When are you coming back?
- Ek mis jou baie.I miss you a lot.
- Ek mis jou elke dag.I miss you every day.
- Ek mis jou vreeslik.I miss you terribly.
Example conversation
Pieter and Anika are talking on a video call.
- PieterHallo Anika, hoe gaan dit?Hello Anika, how are you?
- AnikaDit gaan goed, maar ek mis jou.It is going well, but I miss you.
- PieterEk mis jou ook, skat.I miss you too, darling.
- AnikaSien jou gou!See you soon!
