amitiés
The English phrase "sending love" can be expressed in French using amitiés.
In French, amitiés is a friendly closing used at the end of a letter or message to express warm wishes. While it functions similarly to "sending love", it is slightly more reserved. For more direct and informal ways to express affection, you might use the phrases Je t'envoie plein d'amour (I'm sending you plenty of love) or Je t'envoie tout mon amour (I'm sending you all my love).
What does it mean word for word?
The word amitiés is the plural form of amitié (friendship), so it literally translates to "friendships".
Which one should you use?
If you want to express a closer, more affectionate version of "sending love" to family or very close friends, the intimate alternative je t'embrasse (which means "I kiss/hug you") is more common.
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
amitiés is suited for informal or semi-formal situations. It is best used for friends, acquaintances or colleagues with whom you have a friendly relationship.
How does it change in a sentence?
In the context of a letter closing, amitiés is used as a standalone noun phrase and does not require a verb or a subject.
Did you know?
- While je t'embrasse literally means 'I kiss you', it is used as a platonic way to say 'sending love' between friends and family without any romantic implication.
- The word amitié shares the same root as the English word 'amicable', which describes a spirit of friendliness and peace.
- To add extra warmth to amitiés without becoming intimate, French speakers often add the adjective affectueuses to create the phrase amitiés affectueuses.
Examples in context
- Je t'envoie plein d'amour, mon meilleur ami!I'm sending you plenty of love, my best friend!
- Je t'envoie de l'amour, mon amour.I'm sending you love, my love.
- Amitiés,Best wishes,
- Avec toutes mes amitiés.With all my best wishes.
Example conversation
Gabriel is sending a short thank-you note to Emma.
- GabrielMerci pour l'invitation, Emma.Thank you for the invitation, Emma.
- EmmaDe rien, Gabriel !You're welcome, Gabriel!
- GabrielÀ bientôt, amitiés.See you soon, best wishes.
- EmmaSalut !Bye!
