Love you Meaning in English
expression
ˈɫəv/ /ˈju
LUHV-yoo
lˈʌv/ /jˈuː
LUHV-yoo
Definition
A phrase used to express strong affection or romantic feelings for someone. People often say it to close family members, friends, or a romantic partner.
Usage & Nuances
"Love you" is slightly less formal and intimate than "I love you." Common among friends and family, but for romantic confessions, use "I love you." In texts or casual talk, dropping the "I" is warm and relaxed.
Spanish: te quiero - te amoPortuguese (BR): te amo - te adoroPortuguese (PT): amo-te - adoro-teChinese (Simplified): 我爱你Chinese (Traditional): 我愛你Hindi: मैं तुमसे प्यार करता हूँ - मैं तुमसे प्यार करती हूँArabic: أحبكBengali: ভালোবাসিRussian: люблю тебя - люблюJapanese: 愛してる - 大好きVietnamese: yêu bạn - thươngKorean: 사랑해Turkish: seni seviyorum - seviyorumUrdu: محبت ہے تم سے - پیار کرتی ہوں (fem) - پیار کرتا ہوں (masc)Indonesian: sayang kamu - cinta kamu
Example Sentences
I just wanted to say love you before you leave.
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We always say love you to our parents at bedtime.
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It's important to tell your friends love you sometimes.
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Thanks for always being there—love you!
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Gotta run, talk later—love you!
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If you ever need anything, remember—love you and I'm here for you.
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