Meaning & Origin
“Keep in touch” is a friendly way to ask someone to continue communicating — to maintain contact through messages, calls, or visits. The phrase has long been used in letters and conversations to signal an ongoing relationship.
Pronunciation Guide
- keep — long “ee,” like “see.”
- in — short and unstressed.
- touch — rhymes with “much.”
- Natural rhythm: KEEP in TOUCH.
Usage & Sentence Examples
Use it to suggest staying connected after a change or to ask for ongoing updates.
- Keep in touch while you’re abroad — send photos!
- Thanks for the interview; I hope we can keep in touch.
- Let’s keep in touch about the kids’ playdates.
- Keep in touch if you hear about apartments near campus.
- We’ll keep in touch during the move in case plans shift.
- After the workshop, keep in touch and share your progress.
Synonyms
stay in contact · stay connected · keep in contact · keep me updated · keep me in the loop · don’t be a stranger (informal)