amado
/aˈmado/
The English word "loved" is translated into Spanish as amado.
amado is used to describe someone who is the object of profound or deep love. It functions as an adjective and also serves as the past participle of the verb amar (to love) to form compound tenses.
Meaning: being the object of love (adj)
Which one should you use?
While amado implies a deep, profound love, the term querido is more common for everyday situations to describe someone who is "loved" or "dear" in a friendly or affectionate way.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Spain, the words adorado or adorada are used to express very deep love or adoration.
How does it change in a sentence?
The adjective must agree in gender and number with the person or people being loved. Use amada for a single female, amados for a masculine or mixed-gender group and amadas for a feminine group.
How do you pronounce it?
/aˈmado/
Did you know?
- While amado is the literal translation for 'loved', Spanish speakers often use the word consentido to describe a 'loved' child who is spoiled or pampered.
- In religious contexts, Amado is often used as a title for Jesus, particularly in the phrase Amado Pastor, which translates to 'Beloved Shepherd'.
- The word amado is a distant cousin of the English word 'amorous', as both derive from the Latin root 'amare'.
Examples in context
- Tom quiere ser amado.Tom wants to be loved.This sentence shows how to express the desire to be loved using amado.Tatoeba #1525960 by marcelostockle, translation #1525946 by Spamster
- Nunca me sentí amado.I never felt loved.This sentence illustrates the feeling of having been loved using amado.Tatoeba #10016122 by Shishir, translation #10153850 by DJ_Saidez
- Mac es amado por todos.Mac is loved by everyone.This sentence shows how to describe someone being loved by a group using amado.Tatoeba #987189 by hayastan, translation #32546 by CN
- El líder político fue amado por su pueblo.The political leader was loved by his people.
- La obra de arte es amada por los aficionados.The artwork is loved by enthusiasts.
- Eres el amado de mi corazón.You are the loved one of my heart.
- Estoy enamorado de ti.I am in love with you.
- Ella es muy querida y estimada en su comunidad.She is very loved and esteemed in her community.
- Eres adorado por todos tus amigos.You are loved by all your friends.
- La adorada abuela siempre nos cuida.The beloved grandmother always takes care of us.
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Example conversation
Javier and María are discussing a story they read.
- Javier¿Crees que el personaje es amado?Do you think the character is loved?
- MaríaSí, Javier, es muy amado.Yes, Javier, he is very loved.
- JavierMaría, me gusta esa parte.María, I like that part.
- MaríaA mí también me encanta.I love it too.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry amado, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries amado, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
