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How to Say "I Love You" in Different Languages – A Quick Guide

How to Say "I Love You" in Different Languages – A Quick Guide

Love may be universal, but the way we say it? That’s a whole world of beauty on its own. Whether you're traveling, falling for someone from another culture, or just obsessed with language, learning how to say "I love you" in different languages is one of the most heartfelt skills you can pick up.

Why Learn to Say “I Love You” in Other Languages?

Because love crosses borders. Saying "I love you" in other languages does more than impress — it shows care, effort, and a deeper understanding of another person’s world.

Maybe you want to whisper it in French, shout it in Italian, or text it in Korean. Maybe you’re just curious. Whatever the reason, this guide will get you saying "I love you" in many languages like a native (or at least like a really charming tourist).

The Big List: “I Love You” in 25+ Languages

Okay, maybe learning "I love you” in all languages is a bit ambitious… but here’s a quick-reference table to get you dangerously close.

Language

I Love You

Pronunciation

English

I love you

eye luhv yoo

Spanish

Te amo

teh AH-moh

French

Je t’aime

zhuh tem

Italian

Ti amo

tee AH-moh

German

Ich liebe dich

ikh LEE-buh dikh

Portuguese

Eu te amo

eh-ooh chee AH-moo

Russian

Я тебя люблю (Ya tebya lyublyu)

yah tee-BYAH lyoo-BLYOO

Japanese

愛してる (Aishiteru)

eye-shee-teh-roo

Korean

사랑해 (Saranghae)

sah-rahng-heh

Chinese (Mandarin)

我爱你 (Wǒ ài nǐ)

woh eye nee

Arabic

أحبك (Uḥibbuka/Uḥibbuki)

oo-HEB-booka (m) / -ki (f)

Hindi

मैं तुमसे प्यार करता हूँ

main tumse pyaar kartaa hoon

Greek

Σ’ αγαπώ (S’agapó)

sah-gah-POH

Turkish

Seni seviyorum

seh-nee seh-vee-YO-room

Polish

Kocham cię

KO-ham chye

Hebrew

אני אוהב אותך (Ani ohev otach)

ah-nee oh-hev oh-takh (to a woman)

Dutch

Ik hou van jou

ick how van yow

Swedish

Jag älskar dig

yahg EHL-skar day

Finnish

Rakastan sinua

RAH-kah-stan SEE-noo-ah

Swahili

Nakupenda

nah-koo-PEHN-dah

Tagalog

Mahal kita

mah-HAHL kee-tah

Thai

ฉันรักคุณ (Chan rak khun)

chan rak khun

Vietnamese

Anh yêu em / Em yêu anh

ang ew em / em ew ang

Indonesian

Aku cinta kamu

AH-koo CHIN-tah KAH-moo

Romanian

Te iubesc

teh yoo-BESK

Now you’re ready to say "I love u" in different languages around the globe and mean it.

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More Than Words: Unique Phrases & Cultural Love Notes

Some languages go beyond the simple "I love you" with beautifully unique expressions that capture love in deeper or more poetic ways:

  • Japanese: “Koi” is romantic love, while “Ai” is deep, unconditional love.
  • German: “Ich hab dich lieb” is a softer, tender way to say it, often to family.
  • Arabic: There are different words for love stages — “Hubb” (love), “Ishq” (deep passion).
  • Quechua (Andes region): “Munay” means love as beauty in action, a holistic concept.

These are just a few examples of how words for love in other languages reveal different perspectives on affection, care, and emotional depth.

How to Say It Right (Even If You’re Nervous)

Not a native speaker? No problem. Here are some tips to say "I love you" in every language with confidence:

  • Use audio tools or apps to hear native pronunciation.
  • Record yourself and compare.
  • Practice in context — even writing a note or message works!
  • Don’t worry about perfection — sincerity beats grammar.

Bonus Ideas: Say “I Love You” Without Saying It

Sometimes actions speak louder, but you can still add a twist of language flair. Here are creative ways to express love using multilingual charm:

  • 📱 Send daily texts in a different language.
  • ✍️ Write a note with “I love you” in different languages around the edges.
  • 💬 Use one per day as a countdown to an anniversary or surprise trip.

Your words can become tiny love stories, one language at a time.


Go ahead, say "Te amo", "Je t’aime", "Saranghae", or "I love you". The world needs more love in every language.

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