eu amo o meu homem
/ˈew ˈɐ̃.mu ˈɔ mew ˈõ.mẽj̃/word by word
The English phrase "I love my man" is translated into Portuguese as eu amo o meu homem.
This phrase is used to express deep affection for one's male romantic partner.
Which one should you use?
In Portuguese, if the relationship is a formal dating relationship, using eu amo o meu namorado (I love my boyfriend) is more common than using homem (man).
How do you pronounce it?
/ˈew ˈɐ̃.mu ˈɔ mew ˈõ.mẽj̃/
Did you know?
- The word homem shares a common ancestor with the English word 'human' and is actually derived from a root meaning 'an earthling'.
- While amo is used for deep romantic love, Portuguese has a different verb, querer, which also translates to 'love' but describes a more affectionate or tender liking.
- Portuguese speakers often use the term amor as a noun to call their partner 'love', which is more common in daily conversation than saying eu amo o meu homem.
Example conversation
Juliana is talking to Felipe during a romantic dinner.
- JulianaVocê é maravilhoso, Felipe.You are wonderful, Felipe.
- FelipeEu também adoro você, Juliana.I adore you too, Juliana.
- JulianaEu amo o meu homem!I love my man!
- FelipeEu te amo muito.I love you very much.
