labrīt, mana mīlestība
The English phrase "good morning, my love" is translated into Latvian as labrīt, mana mīlestība.
This is a romantic greeting used to say hello to a partner upon waking up.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of labrīt (good morning), mana (my, feminine singular) and mīlestība (love, feminine singular).
How does it change in a sentence?
The word mana is the feminine form of "my" used to agree with the feminine noun mīlestība.
Did you know?
- The word mīlestība shares an ancient connection with the word mielasts, which refers to a 'banquet' or 'feast'.
- Latvian distinguishes between mīlestība and mīlība, where the latter specifically denotes 'tenderness' or 'sweetness' rather than passionate love.
- In Latvian, the word for 'love' mīlestība is feminine, meaning you must use the feminine possessive mana regardless of the gender of the person you are addressing.
Examples in context
- Labrīt, mana mīlestība, es tevi mīlu.Good morning, my love, I love you.
- Labrīt, mana mīlestība, kafija ir gatava.Good morning, my love, the coffee is ready.
Example conversation
Zane wakes up Jānis in the bedroom.
- ZaneLabrīt, mana mīlestība!Good morning, my love!
- JānisLabrīt, dārgo Zane.Good morning, dear Zane.
- ZaneVai tu gribi kafijas?Do you want some coffee?
- JānisJā, lūdzu, tas būtu lieliski.Yes, please, that would be great.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries labrīt, mīlestība, CC BY-SA 4.0.
