How to Pronounce "puppy love"
expression
PUH-pee luv
PUP-ee luv
Definition
A simple, innocent romantic feeling, especially the kind young people or teenagers might have for each other, not usually lasting or very deep.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpəpi/ /ˈɫəv
British English
pˈʌpi/ /lˈʌv
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PUH-pee luv
UK
PUP-ee luv
Listen in Context
Many teenagers experience puppy love for the first time in school.
She thought her crush on Jake was just puppy love.
Puppy love usually doesn't last very long.
Don't worry, it's just puppy love—they'll get over it soon.