dragostea mea
In Romanian, 'my love' is translated as dragostea mea.
dragostea mea is a term of endearment used to address someone the speaker loves. It can be used both to refer to the abstract feeling of love itself and as a poetic or highly romantic way to address a partner.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of dragostea (the love) and mea (my).
Which one should you use?
While dragostea mea can refer to the abstract concept of 'my love' or a personified love, it is less common as a direct way to address someone compared to terms like dragul meu (my dear).
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Moldova, the phrase scumpa mea means 'my dear'.
How does it change in a sentence?
The word dragostea is the definite form of dragoste, which is required here because it is followed by the possessive adjective mea.
Did you know?
- Romanian has a specific word dor which describes a longing or yearning for a loved one. It is a feeling that often accompanies phrases like dragostea mea when the person is far away.
- While dragostea mea is deeply romantic, Romanians may use the word puiule which literally means 'little chick' as a common term of endearment for a romantic partner.
- Because dragostea is a feminine noun, the word mea must also be feminine, even if you are speaking to a man.
Examples in context
- Crăciun Fericit, dragostea mea!Merry Christmas, my love!This sentence is useful for seeing how to use dragostea mea in a holiday greeting.Tatoeba #4948745 by elenacristina260, translation #1320234 by Eldad
- Dragostea mea, ești cea mai bună parte a vieții mele.My love, you are the best part of my life.
- Iubirea mea, ești totul pentru mine.My love, you mean everything to me.
- Ah, dragostea mea, cât de mult te iubesc!Oh, my love, how much I love you!
- Inima mea, îți voi fi alături întotdeauna.My heart, I'll always be by your side.
- Scumpa mea, tu ești sufletul meu pereche.My dear, you are my soulmate.
- Ești totul pentru mine, dragostea mea.You are everything to me, my love.
Example conversation
A couple is having a quiet breakfast at home.
- ElenaBună dimineața, dragostea mea.Good morning, my love.
- AndreiBună dimineața, Elena.Good morning, Elena.
- ElenaȚi-am făcut cafeaua preferată.I made your favorite coffee.
- AndreiMulțumesc mult, ești minunată.Thank you so much, you are wonderful.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
