Ti amo
romantic, strong
Ti amo is the Italian for "I love you" and is kept for romantic love. For family and close friends Italians say Ti voglio bene, "I wish you well". It is also called Ti amo tanto.
Meaning: declaration of love (phrase)
Ways to say it
| Italian | Note |
|---|---|
| Ti amo | romantic, strong |
| Ti voglio bene | family, friends |
| Ti amo tanto | romantic |
Ti amo is a serious declaration between partners. Ti amo tanto adds "so much" and sounds a little softer and more affectionate.
Which one should you use?
Ti voglio bene is the everyday phrase for parents, children, siblings and friends. Saying Ti amo to a friend can sound like a romantic confession.
How does it change in a sentence?
Ti is the object "you" placed before the verb, and amo is "I love". The phrase does not change for a man or a woman.
How do you pronounce it?
Say it close to "tee AH-mo", with the stress on the first syllable of amo.
Did you know?
- The Italian saying Ti voglio bene and Ti amo show two kinds of love, and many Italians keep Ti amo for a partner only.
Examples in context
- Ti amo, non ti lascerò mai.I love you, I will never leave you.
- Ti amo tanto, amore mio.I love you so much, my love.
- Ti voglio bene, mamma.I love you, mom.
Example conversation
Sofia and Luca sit on a bench by the lake in Como.
- LucaSofia, ti amo.Sofia, I love you.
- SofiaAnch'io ti amo.I love you too.
- LucaPer sempre?Forever?
- SofiaPer sempre.Forever.
