goぶさた無沙汰busataごぶさた御無沙汰gobusata
1.

A term describing a prolonged period during which one has not communicated with someone, often implying a sense of neglect or absence from social interactions.

2.

The feeling or acknowledgment of a significant lapse in correspondence, usually accompanied by a sense of regret or the need to reconnect after a long silence.

3.

A cultural acknowledgment of the uneasiness that can arise from not having reached out to someone for an extended time, highlighting the importance of maintaining relationships through regular communication.

Example:

2年間のご無沙汰でした。