90 Texts to Make Him Miss You: Sweet, Flirty, Funny and Heartfelt

How to use these texts (and keep it genuine)

• Less is more. One thoughtful text lands better than ten in a row. Leave space for him to respond and to miss you.
• Be yourself. Change the wording to sound like you. He should recognize your voice in every message.
• Skip the games. Ignoring him on purpose or trying to make him jealous usually backfires. Warmth and confidence are far more magnetic.
• Keep your own life full. The best way to be missed is to be genuinely busy doing things you love — and to share a bit of that with him.
• Read his responses. If he's engaged and texts back warmly, great. If he's consistently distant, that's information worth respecting.

Sweet texts to make him miss you

1. Just a reminder that you're my favorite person to talk to.
2. I heard our song today and couldn't stop smiling.
3. Hope your day is going as well as you deserve.
4. I wish you were here to share this coffee with me.
5. Every time my phone buzzes, I hope it's you.
6. You crossed my mind again. Shocking, I know.
7. Today would be better with one of your hugs.
8. I miss your laugh. Send me a voice note?
9. Something funny happened and you're the first person I wanted to tell.
10. Can't wait to see you. That's it, that's the text.
11. I keep thinking about our last date and grinning like an idiot.
12. You make even boring days feel lighter.
13. Just wanted to say I'm really glad I met you.
14. Wearing your hoodie. Not giving it back.
15. The world is a little cozier when I'm talking to you.

Flirty texts to make him miss you more

1. I'm having trouble focusing today. I wonder why.
2. Fair warning: I'm going to kiss you the next time I see you.
3. You looked really good last time I saw you. Just saying.
4. Guess what I'm wearing? Your favorite color.
5. Still thinking about how you looked at me last night.
6. I bought a new outfit. You'll have to wait to see it.
7. Is it weird that I miss your cologne?
8. You're very distracting, even from far away.
9. Next date, I'm choosing the place. Prepare to be impressed.
10. I had a dream about you. I'll tell you about it in person.
11. I've decided you owe me a slow dance.
12. My lips are feeling a little lonely today.
13. Ten out of ten, would cuddle you again.
14. Clear your Friday. You're mine.
15. Thinking about you is my new favorite hobby.

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Funny texts to make him miss you

1. My dog just looked at me like, “Where's the fun one?” Rude, but fair.
2. I tried to watch our show without you. I lasted four minutes.
3. Breaking news: local woman misses man, more at eleven.
4. I just ate the last slice of pizza. You should've been here to fight me for it.
5. The couch is too big for one person. Science says so.
6. No one else laughs at my terrible jokes. Please come back to your audience.
7. Officially filing a complaint about how long it's been since I've seen you.
8. I've been practicing my karaoke. Prepare yourself.
9. My phone thinks you're my only friend. It's not entirely wrong.
10. On a scale of one to ten, I miss you about a forty-seven.
11. I tried assembling furniture alone. It didn't go well. Need my handyman.
12. Do you miss me, or should I send a reminder of how charming I am?
13. I'm writing a strongly worded letter to the distance between us.
14. Missing you is now part of my daily schedule, right after coffee.
15. Saw a dog that looked exactly like you. Very handsome dog.

Romantic texts to make him miss you

1. Every day with you feels like a gift I didn't know I needed.
2. I miss falling asleep next to you.
3. You make me feel safe in a way I can't explain.
4. I can't wait to build more memories with you.
5. No one has ever made me feel the way you do.
6. When I picture my favorite place, it's just wherever you are.
7. I love the way you love me.
8. You're the best thing that happened to me this year.
9. Missing you comes in waves, and tonight I'm drowning.
10. I'd choose you again in every lifetime.
11. Your hand fits perfectly in mine. I've been thinking about that all day.
12. Being yours is my favorite thing.
13. The miles don't change how I feel about you.
14. I hope you know how loved you are.
15. Goodnight. I'll meet you in my dreams.

Thinking-of-you texts

1. Good morning, handsome. Hope your day is amazing.
2. Thinking of you and sending you a big hug.
3. Good luck today — you've totally got this.
4. Just a little text to say you're on my mind.
5. Passed the place where we had our first date and got all nostalgic.
6. How's your day going? Tell me everything.
7. Remember to drink water and take a break. I care about you.
8. Sending you good vibes for that meeting.
9. I saw something today that reminded me of you. Can't wait to tell you about it.
10. Proud of you, always.
11. Just checking in on my favorite person.
12. I hope you smiled today. If not, this is your sign.
13. Missing you a little extra this afternoon.
14. Goodnight. Thanks for being you.
15. Whatever you're doing, I hope it's going great.

Texts to reconnect after a fight

Send these once you've both had time to cool off, and only if you mean them. A real conversation should follow — texts are a bridge, not a replacement.

1. I don't like it when we're not okay. Can we talk later?
2. I'm sorry for my part. I care about you more than this argument.
3. I miss us. Let's work this out.
4. I'm still a little upset, but I still love you. Both things are true.
5. Can we hit reset and talk tonight?
6. I want to understand how you felt. Call me when you're ready?
7. Thank you for being patient with me.
8. I've been thinking about what you said, and you had a point.
9. No matter what, we're on the same team.
10. I'm ready to listen whenever you are.
11. Fighting with you is the worst. Making up is the best.
12. Let's not go to bed upset. Can I call?
13. I appreciate you, even when we disagree.
14. I'd rather be happy with you than right without you.
15. Miss you. Let's fix this together.

What about texting an ex?

If you're hoping to make an ex miss you, pause and ask what you really want. If you want to reconcile, an honest, low-pressure message is better than a clever tactic: “I've been thinking about you and I'd love to talk sometime if you're open to it.” Respect his answer, including silence.

If the breakup happened for good reasons — or if he hurt you — trying to make him miss you can keep you stuck. Focusing on your own healing is usually the better path. Our guides on how to make your ex miss you and how to stop thinking about your ex cover both directions honestly.

Texting mistakes to avoid

• Double and triple texting when he hasn't replied yet. Give him time.
• Guilt trips like “I guess you're too busy for me.”
• Trying to make him jealous. It erodes trust instead of building attraction.
• Sending something intimate you'd feel uncomfortable being saved or shared.
• Texting through big conflicts. Serious conversations go better on a call or in person.

The bottom line

The best texts to make him miss you are warm, confident and unmistakably you. Send them sparingly, mix sweet with playful and keep living a life that's full on its own. When he feels good every time your name pops up on his screen, missing you will come naturally. For more help keeping things exciting, read how to keep a guy interested.