Te quiero, mamá
warm
To tell your mom you love her, say Te quiero, mamá. Mami is a more affectionate form, and Te amo, mamá is stronger and more emotional. It is also called Te quiero mucho, mami.
Meaning: telling your mother you love her (phrase)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | Note |
|---|---|
| Te quiero, mamá | warm |
| Te quiero mucho, mami | affectionate |
| Te amo, mamá | emotional |
Mamá is the usual word for mom. Mami is tender and often used by children. Madre is more formal or poetic.
Which one should you use?
Te quiero is the most common choice between a child and a mother. Te amo is used for big moments such as a birthday or a farewell.
When do people say it?
In Mexico and many other countries Mother's Day is a major celebration, and Te quiero, mamá is a classic message on cards.
Did you know?
- In Mexico Mother's Day is celebrated every year on the 10th of May, whatever the day of the week.
Examples in context
- Feliz día, mami. Te quiero.Happy Mother's Day, mommy. I love you.
- Te amo, mamá, gracias por todo.I love you, mom, thank you for everything.
Example conversation
Sofía calls her mother on Mother's Day.
- SofíaHola, mamá. Feliz día.Hi, mom. Happy Mother's Day.
- MamáGracias, hija.Thank you, daughter.
- SofíaTe quiero mucho, mamá.I love you very much, mom.
