missen
to miss (someone/something)
Beginner Verb
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Pronunciation
/ˈmɪ.sən/
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Cultural Note
'Ik mis je' (I miss you) is one of the most common romantic expressions in Dutch. The verb 'missen' also means 'to miss' in the sense of failing to hit or catch something. In relationships, saying 'ik heb je gemist' (I missed you) upon reunion is a standard and heartfelt greeting.
📝 Example Sentences
Ik mis je zo erg.
I miss you so much.
Ze mist haar familie in Nederland.
She misses her family in the Netherlands.
Wat ga ik dit allemaal missen!
How I'm going to miss all of this!