How to Say “I Love You” in Igbo

By Todd Warren • Updated October 3, 2026

afulu m gi na anya

The Igbo phrase for "I love you" is 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 the phrase refers to the 'eye', suggesting that love is something seen or perceived through the eyes.
The single letter m used for 'I' in the phrase is a linguistic relative of the Yoruba pronoun n̄, reflecting centuries of interaction in the Bight of Benin region.

Example sentences for Igbo are not verified yet.

Sources

Wiktionary, “I love you” translations, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
Word origins: Wiktionary entries anya, m, CC BY-SA 4.0.

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About The Author

Todd Warren

Hello, m dalụ (I greet), I am Todd. With a deep-rooted love for the Igbo language and culture, the posts I pen aim to be the ultimate guides in helping you converse like a native Igbo speaker. When I'm not indulged in writing, I spend time immersing myself in the intricate Igbo culture or reading about world languages. I have a special affection for 'nkita' (dogs) and cooking traditional Igbo dishes. I believe that understanding a language is a gateway to appreciating its culture. Join me on this exciting language journey.

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