con amor siempre
/kon amoɾ sjempɾe/from spelling rules
The English phrase "love always" is translated into Spanish as con amor siempre.
This phrase is used as a closing in letters or cards to express an enduring affection for the person receiving the message.
How does it change in a sentence?
While con amor siempre is a valid closing, switching the word order to siempre con amor is also a common and natural way to express the same sentiment.
Did you know?
- In certain Spanish-speaking cultures, adding 'siempre' to a closing can feel much more heavy and permanent than the English 'love always', which is often used lightly in casual cards.
- In Spanish, the word amor can be used as a standalone pet name for a partner or child, similar to the English 'honey' or 'sweetie'.
- The word siempre shares the same Latin root as the English word 'semper', which is most famously recognized in the phrase 'semper fidelis', meaning 'always faithful'.
Example conversation
Elena is giving a birthday card to Daniel.
- ElenaDaniel, tengo una tarjeta para ti.Daniel, I have a card for you.
- Daniel¡Gracias, Elena! Voy a leerla ahora.Thank you, Elena! I am going to read it now.
- DanielDice "con amor siempre" al final.It says "love always" at the end.
- ElenaSí, porque te quiero mucho.Yes, because I love you very much.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries amor, con, siempre, CC BY-SA 4.0.
