How to Say “I Love You” in Igbo

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afulu m gi na anya
The English phrase "I love you" is translated into Igbo as afulu m gi na anya. If unsure, use afulu m gi na anya. Wiktionary also lists Ahuru m gi na anya.
Meaning: affirmation of romantic feeling (phrase)

Ways to say it

“I love you” in Igbo
Igbo
afulu m gi na anya
Ahuru m gi na anya

This phrase is used as an affirmation of romantic feeling.

Did you know?

  • The word anya in this phrase refers to the 'eye' rather than a feeling like 'love'. Literally, the expression translates to 'I see you with my eyes', implying a deep, visual recognition of the person.
  • The word anya is cognate with the Proto-Yoruboid word *é-jú, which also refers to the eye.

Example sentences for Igbo are not verified yet.

Example conversation

Ada and Emeka are saying goodbye for the day.

  1. Ada

    Emeka, afulu m gi na anya.
    Emeka, I love you.
  2. Emeka

    Ada, afulu m gi na anya oku.
    Ada, I love you too.
  3. Ada

    Ka anyị hụ n' echi.
    Let us see tomorrow.
  4. Emeka

    Ee, ka chi fo.
    Yes, goodnight.

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