How to Say "I Love You" in Swedish

jag älskar dig

/jɑː ɛlska dɛ̝jː/

The English phrase "I love you" is translated into Swedish as jag älskar dig.

This phrase is used as an affirmation of romantic feeling.

Meaning: affirmation of romantic feeling (phrase)

What does it mean word for word?

The phrase is composed of jag (I), älskar (love) and dig (you).

The verb älskar is in the present tense and does not change based on the subject, such as I, you, he or she.

/jɑː ɛlska dɛ̝jː/

Swedes sometimes use the word tycker in affection phrases, which literally means 'to think' or 'to find'. This frames love as a considered opinion rather than just a raw emotion.
In Swedish, the word älskar is reserved almost exclusively for intense, romantic or profound love. Using it for a hobby or a piece of food can sound unintentionally dramatic or even slightly humorous.
In romantic contexts, jag älskar dig is often shortened to just älskar dig in texts and casual speech. Dropping the jag makes the phrase feel more intimate and less formal.

Jag älskar dig, Spanien.
I love you, Spain.
This example shows how to use jag älskar dig to express affection toward a country.
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Älskling, jag älskar dig.
Honey, I love you.
This example demonstrates using jag älskar dig alongside a term of endearment.
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Frankrike, jag älskar dig!
France, I love you!
This example shows how to use jag älskar dig with an exclamation point for emphasis.
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Hej älskling, jag älskar dig så mycket.
Hey darling, I love you so much.
Jag älskar dig också, du betyder allt för mig.
I love you too, you mean everything to me.
Verkligen? Jag är också kär i dig!
Really? I am in love with you too!
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