με αγάπη από
me agápi apó
The English phrase "love from" is translated into Greek as με αγάπη από (me agápi apó).
This phrase is primarily used in written correspondence such as cards, letters or emails to express affection toward the recipient.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase translates literally as "with love from".
How does it change in a sentence?
The phrase can be shortened to just με αγάπη (with love) if the sender's name follows immediately, omitting the από (from).
How do you pronounce it?
me agápi apó
Did you know?
- The word αγάπη refers to a specific type of unconditional, selfless love, distinguishing it from the Greek word έρωτας which describes romantic or passionate desire.
- Greek speakers may use φιλιά (kisses) instead of με αγάπη when writing to close family members or children.
- The word από shares a common ancestor with the English word 'apo-' as seen in 'apology', which originally meant a 'speech away' or a defense.
Examples in context
- Με αγάπη από την ΆνναLove from Anna
- Αγαπημένη μου φίλη, Με αγάπη από την καρδιά μου εύχομαι να είσαι πάντα καλά. Με φιλιά από την πόλη μου, ΜαρίαMy dear friend, With love from my heart, I wish you all the best. With kisses from my city, Maria
- Με αγάπη από τον Γιώργο.Me agapi apo ton Giorgo.Love from George.
- Με αγάπη από την οικογένειά μας.Me agapi apo tin oikogeneia mas.Love from our family.
Example conversation
Nikos is giving a birthday card to Maria.
- Νίκος NikosΧαρούμενο γενέθλια, Μαρία!Charoumeno genethlia, Maria!Happy birthday, Maria!
- Μαρία MariaΕυχαριστώ, Νίκο! Τι είναι αυτό;Efcharisto, Niko! Ti einai auto?Thank you, Nikos! What is this?
- Νίκος NikosΜια μικρή κάρτα για σένα.Mia mikri karta gia sena.A small card for you.
- Μαρία MariaΛέει «με αγάπη από τον Νίκο».Lei "me agapi apo ton Niko".It says "love from Nikos".
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries αγάπη, από, με, CC BY-SA 4.0.
