Te amo, mi amor
/te ˈamo mi aˈmoɾ/word by word
The English phrase "I love you, my darling" is translated into Spanish as Te amo, mi amor.
This phrase is a romantic expression used to convey deep affection to a partner. You can also use various terms of endearment like cariño, meaning sweetheart or mi vida, meaning my life, to express your feelings.
Which one should you use?
While Te amo expresses deep, romantic passion, the phrase Te quiero, mi amor is a common, slightly less intense way to say "I love you" to a partner or close family member. You may also use Te quiero, mi querido/a to mean "I love you, my darling."
How does it change in a sentence?
When using the form Te quiero, mi querido/a, the term querida is used specifically for a female.
How do you pronounce it?
/te ˈamo mi aˈmoɾ/
Did you know?
- Spanish allows speakers to use mi cielo, meaning 'my sky' or 'my heaven', as a romantic alternative to 'my darling'.
- The word querido used in Te quiero, mi querido is the past participle of the verb querer, which means both 'to love' and 'to want'.
- In many Spanish-speaking cultures, saying Te amo is reserved for the most serious stages of a relationship, while Te quiero is used for the early dating phase.
Examples in context
- Escúchame, te amo, mi amor.Listen to me, I love you, my darling.
Example conversation
A couple is having a quiet dinner at home.
- JavierEres la mujer más especial, te amo, mi amor.You are the most special woman, I love you, my darling.
- MaríaY yo te amo a ti, Javier.And I love you, Javier.
- JavierGracias por estar conmigo.Thank you for being with me.
- MaríaSiempre estaré a tu lado.I will always be by your side.
