nhớ em

/ɲɔ˧˦ ʔɛm˧˧/
phraseIntermediate
informal

An affectionate expression used to convey feelings of longing or missing someone, often between lovers or close friends.

Mỗi ngày anh nhớ em hơn.

Every day I miss you more.

Em nhớ anh không?

Do you miss me?

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This phrase is commonly used in romantic contexts but can also be used among close friends or family members.

Collocations

nhớ em nhiềumiss you a lotnhớ em khôngdo you miss me

Synonyms

Antonyms

Related Phrases

nhớ anhphrase
I miss you (said by a female to a male)
nhớ người yêuphrase
I miss my lover

💡Pro Tip

Gender and Context

The choice between 'nhớ em' and 'nhớ anh' depends on the speaker's gender and relationship with the listener.

Gold Rule

Formality

Use 'nhớ em' only with people you are close to, such as lovers, close friends, or younger family members.

📖Word Origin

Derived from the verb 'nhớ' (to miss) and the pronoun 'em' (a familiar term for 'you' used with close friends, lovers, or younger people).

📝Usage Notes

The phrase is informal and typically used in personal, affectionate contexts. It can be used in both spoken and written communication, such as in messages or letters.

Word Breakdown

nhớ
to miss
verb
+
em
you (informal)
pronoun
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