Te amo, Jesús
/te ˈamo xeˈsus/word by word
The English phrase "I love you, Jesus" is translated into Spanish as Te amo, Jesús.
This phrase is an expression of deep affection and devotion directed toward Jesus Christ.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of te (you, object), amo (I love) and Jesús (Jesus).
Which one should you use?
While Te quiero, Jesús is also used for affection, Te amo, Jesús is more intense and is the standard choice for expressing profound, spiritual or romantic devotion.
How does it change in a sentence?
In the phrase Te amo, Jesús, the verb amo is the first-person singular present indicative of amar, which encodes the subject I within the verb ending.
How do you pronounce it?
/te ˈamo xeˈsus/
Did you know?
- One theory suggests that Spanish Christians began naming children Jesús to mirror the Muslim custom of naming children Muhammad during the Arab reign in Spain.
Examples in context
- Durante esta ceremonia sagrada, quiero expresar mi amor hacia ti, Jesús.During this sacred ceremony, I want to express my love for you, Jesus.
- Padre, le amo profundamente, Jesús, y agradezco su amor incondicional.Father, I love you deeply, Jesus, and I am grateful for your unconditional love.
- Jesús, te quiero con todo mi corazón. Eres mi Salvador y mi guía.Jesus, I love you with all my heart. You are my Savior and my guide.
- Te amo, Jesús, con todo mi corazón.I love you, Jesus, with all my heart.
- En mi oración, digo: Te amo, Jesús.In my prayer, I say: I love you, Jesus.
- Te amo, Jesús, por tu infinita bondad.I love you, Jesus, for your infinite kindness.
Example conversation
Mateo and Lucía are praying quietly in a church.
- MateoTe amo, Jesús, por siempre.I love you, Jesus, forever.
- LucíaEs una oración muy hermosa, Mateo.It is a very beautiful prayer, Mateo.
- MateoSiento mucha paz al hablar con Él.I feel much peace when speaking with Him.
- LucíaYo también siento esa devoción.I also feel that devotion.
