Σε αγαπώ τόσο πολύ
Se agapó tóso polý
The English phrase "I love you so much" is translated into Greek as Σε αγαπώ τόσο πολύ (Se agapó tóso polý).
This phrase is used as a strong expression of deep affection or romantic love for another person.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of Σε (you), αγαπώ (I love), τόσο (so) and πολύ (much).
Which one should you use?
While Σε αγαπώ τόσο πολύ means "I love you so much", you can say Σε αγαπώ πολύ to mean "I love you a lot", which is slightly less emphatic because the word τόσο (so) has been removed.
How does it change in a sentence?
To address more than one person or to use a formal tone, change the pronoun Σε to Σας, resulting in Σας αγαπώ τόσο πολύ.
How do you pronounce it?
Se agapó tóso polý
Did you know?
- Greek has different words for love, but αγαπώ is used for the deepest, most selfless affection. This distinguishes it from έρωτας, which describes the intense, passionate desire of romantic love.
- The word αγαπώ is the root of the English word 'agape', which refers to the highest form of unconditional love. This term transitioned from Greek philosophy and theology into English academic and religious contexts.
- Greeks may use the word καρδιά μου (my heart) as a term of endearment alongside Σε αγαπώ τόσο πολύ. Using the heart as a possessive noun is a common way to intensify the emotion of the phrase.
Examples in context
- Σε αγαπώ τόσο πολύ.I love you so much.This sentence demonstrates the use of Σε αγαπώ τόσο πολύ.Tatoeba #4704543 by chrysaarabatzi, translation #436795 by lukaszpp
- Θέλω να ξέρεις ότι σε αγαπώ τόσο πολύ.Thelo na xeres oti se agapo toso poli.I want you to know that I love you so much.
Example conversation
A couple is saying goodbye before a trip.
- Δημήτρης DimitrisΘα μου λείψεις πολύ.Tha mou lípsis polý.I will miss you a lot.
- Ελένη EleniΚι εγώ εσένα. Σε αγαπώ τόσο πολύ!Ki egó eséna. Se agapó tóso polý!Me too. I love you so much!
- Δημήτρης DimitrisΣε αγαπώ κι εγώ, Ελένη.Se agapó ki egó, Eléni.I love you too, Eleni.
- Ελένη EleniΤα λέμε σύντομα, Δημήτρη.Ta léme sýntoma, Dimítri.See you soon, Dimitris.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
