buenas noches, mi amor
The English phrase "goodnight my love" is translated into Spanish as buenas noches, mi amor.
Buenas noches, mi amor is a romantic expression used to say goodbye or to wish someone a good sleep at night. Interestingly, this phrase can also be used as a greeting when arriving somewhere at night.
Which one should you use?
Unlike English, where "goodnight" is often a single word, Spanish uses the plural buenas noches to express this sentiment.
How does it change in a sentence?
The term amorcito is a diminutive form of the word, meaning "little love."
Did you know?
- In many Spanish-speaking countries, people might use mi amor or mi vida as a friendly, non-romantic way to address a stranger, such as a shopkeeper or a waitress.
- In many Spanish-speaking cultures, saying buenas noches is often accompanied by a kiss on the right cheek, even among family members who are not romantic partners.
- The word amor shares an ancient root with the English word 'amorous', which describes someone showing romantic desire.
Examples in context
- Buenas noches, mi amor. Dulces sueños.Goodnight, my love. Sweet dreams.This sentence is useful for practicing the phrase buenas noches, mi amor.Tatoeba #13738750 by carlosalberto, translation #13738632 by carlosalberto
- Descansa, buenas noches, mi amor.Rest, goodnight, my love.
Example conversation
A couple is saying goodbye before going to sleep in their bedroom.
- MaríaEstoy muy cansada, buenas noches, mi amor.I am very tired, goodnight, my love.
- JavierDuerme bien, María.Sleep well, María.
- MaríaGracias, que descanses.Thank you, rest well.
- JavierBuenas noches, mi amor.Goodnight, my love.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries amor, buenas, mi, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
