mis amores
/mis amoɾes/from spelling rules
The English phrase "my loves" is translated into Spanish as mis amores.
mis amores is an affectionate term used to address people the speaker loves deeply. While it can be used for romantic partners, it is very common for parents or grandparents to use this phrase to address their children or grandchildren. You may also use mis tesoros (my treasures) as an endearing way to refer to those you cherish.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of the possessive adjective mis (my) and the plural noun amores (loves).
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
mis amores is an intimate and highly affectionate term, making it unsuitable for professional or formal settings.
How does it change in a sentence?
If addressing only one person, the phrase changes to the singular mi amor. To intensify the affection, you can replace queridos with queridísimos.
How do you pronounce it?
/mis amoɾes/
Did you know?
- While mis amores is affectionate, using the singular mi amor in a sarcastic tone is a common way for parents to reprimand children in some regions.
- Spanish speakers often use mi vida (my life) as a synonym for mi amor, treating a person's entire existence as a term of endearment.
- In many Spanish-speaking cultures, calling a child mi amor or mis amores is a standard way for strangers, such as shopkeepers or elderly neighbors, to show warmth, even without a personal bond.
Examples in context
- Quiero enviarles un saludo afectuoso a todos mis amores.I want to send a warm greeting to all my loves.
- ¡Hola, mis tesoros! Espero que estén teniendo un maravilloso día juntos.Hello, my treasures! I hope you are having a wonderful day together.
- Mis amores, les deseo un feliz aniversario.My loves, I wish you a happy anniversary.
- A todos mis queridísimos, ¡les envío un fuerte abrazo!To all my dearest ones, I send you a big hug!
- Mis tesoros, gracias por estar siempre a mi lado.My treasures, thank you for always being by my side.
- Hola, mis amores, ¿cómo están?Hello, my loves, how are you?
- Los extraño mucho, mis amores.I miss you all so much, my loves.
- ¡Buenas noches, mis amores!Goodnight, my loves!
Example conversation
María is greeting her children and her husband when she arrives home.
- María¡Ya llegué, mis amores!I'm home, my loves!
- MateoHola, María, qué bueno que llegaste.Hello, Maria, it's good that you arrived.
- María¿Tienen hambre, mis amores?Are you hungry, my loves?
- MateoSí, tenemos mucha hambre.Yes, we are very hungry.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
