σ' αγαπώ
s' agapó
The Greek phrase for "i love you" is σ' αγαπώ (s' agapó).
This phrase is used as an affirmation of romantic feeling.
Meaning: affirmation of romantic feeling (phrase)
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is a contraction of σ' (you) and αγαπώ (I love).
Which one should you use?
While σε αγαπώ is the uncontracted version, the contracted form σ' αγαπώ is more common in spoken Greek. You may also encounter the variant Σ'αγαπάω, which is an informal way to express the same sentiment.
How do you pronounce it?
s' agapó
Did you know?
- In Ancient Greek, αγάπη (agape) referred to a selfless, unconditional love. This distinction created a philosophical contrast with έρως (eros), which represented passionate or erotic desire.
- While σ' αγαπώ is the direct translation, Greeks may use μου λείπεις (i miss you) as a primary way to express deep affection and longing in romantic relationships.
- The verb αγαπώ is the root of the English word 'agape', which refers to a type of selfless, unconditional love.
Examples in context
- Σ' αγαπώ πολύ!I love you very much!This sentence shows how to add an adverb to the phrase σ' αγαπώ.Tatoeba #5348703 by Zeus, translation #9210303 by Nylez
- Γαλλία, σ' αγαπώ!France, I love you!This sentence shows how to address a place using σ' αγαπώ.Tatoeba #5376756 by Zeus, translation #5276566 by Ricardo14
- Σ' αγαπώ παθιασμένα.I love you passionately.Tatoeba #3003722 by mululatv, translation #9489132 by Nylez
- Έχεις όλη μου την αγάπη.You have all my love.
- Σ'αγαπώ, καρδούλα μου!I love you, my little heart!
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Example conversation
Dimitris and Maria are having a quiet dinner at home.
- Δημήτρης DimitrisΣ' αγαπώ, Μαρία.S' agapo, Maria.I love you, Maria.
- Μαρία MariaΚι εγώ σ' αγαπώ πολύ, Δημήτρη.Ki ego s' agapo poli, Dimitri.And I love you very much, Dimitris.
- Δημήτρης DimitrisΕίσαι η ζωή μου.Eisai i zoi mou.You are my life.
- Μαρία MariaΚι εσύ είσαι ο δικός μου κόσμος.Ki esi eisai o dikos mou kosmos.And you are my whole world.
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries αγαπώ, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
