Ti amerò per sempre
The Italian way to say "I love you forever" is Ti amerò per sempre.
This phrase is a romantic expression used to tell a partner that one will love them for the rest of time.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase Ti amerò per sempre is composed of Ti (you), amerò (I will love) and per sempre (for always/forever).
Which one should you use?
You can also use the informal Ti amo per sempre or the formal Sento un amore eterno per te to convey a similar sentiment.
Did you know?
- While Ti amo is for romantic love, Italians use a completely different verb, Ti voglio bene, to say 'I love you' to friends and family.
- The word sempre is a direct descendant of the Latin word semper, which is also used in the motto of the US Marine Corps, 'Semper Fidelis'.
- Saying Ti amo is a significant emotional milestone in an Italian relationship. It is often reserved for a committed partner and is far more weighted than the English 'I love you'.
Examples in context
- Ti amerò per sempre, amore mio.I will love you forever, my love.
- Sì, ti amerò per sempre.Yes, I will love you forever.
- Prometto che ti amerò per sempre.I promise that I will love you forever.
Example conversation
Alessandro and Giulia are sharing a romantic moment under the stars.
- AlessandroGiulia, sei la donna della mia vita.Giulia, you are the woman of my life.
- GiuliaAnche tu sei tutto per me, Alessandro.You are everything to me too, Alessandro.
- AlessandroTi amerò per sempre.I will love you forever.
- GiuliaE io amerò te per sempre.And I will love you forever.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries per, sempre, ti, CC BY-SA 4.0.
