mi amor
affectionate
The usual way to say "my love" in Colombia is mi amor. Mi vida and mi cielo are other tender options.
Meaning: term of endearment (phrase)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | Note |
|---|---|
| mi amor | affectionate |
| mi vida | affectionate |
| mi cielo | tender |
Mi amor is used by couples and also by parents with children. In Colombia you may also hear it from shopkeepers and waiters, who use it in a warm, friendly way.
Which one should you use?
Mi vida means "my life" and is a bit stronger than mi amor. Mi cielo means "my sky" and is very tender.
Did you know?
- Colombians commonly use endearments in service settings, so being called mi amor by a shop clerk is not romantic.
Examples in context
- Te quiero, mi amor.I love you, my love.
- Mi vida, ¿qué quieres comer?My life, what do you want to eat?
- Buenas noches, mi cielo.Good night, my sweet.
Example conversation
Alejandro calls his wife Diana from the airport in Bogotá.
- AlejandroMi amor, ya aterricé.My love, I have landed.
- DianaQué bueno, mi vida. ¿Cómo estuvo el vuelo?Great, my life. How was the flight?
- AlejandroTranquilo. Te veo en un rato.Calm. I will see you soon.
