amor
/aˈmoɾ/masculine
The English word 'love' is translated into Spanish as amor.
Amor is a masculine noun referring to strong affection. In everyday conversations, the word querer is also a common and versatile way to express love. The phrase mi amor is a very common term of endearment used for romantic partners, children or even close friends in many Spanish-speaking cultures. For a verb meaning to be strongly inclined towards doing something, you might use encantarle or you can use amar as a euphemism meaning to have sex with someone.
Meaning: strong affection (noun)
Which one should you use?
While amor refers to deep, intense love, cariño is used for more moderate affection or fondness, such as for friends or family members.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Spain, enamorarse de alguien is commonly used to mean to fall in love with someone.
Related words
How does it change in a sentence?
The plural form of amor is amores.
How do you pronounce it?
/aˈmoɾ/
Did you know?
- To describe a 'crush' or a sudden infatuation, Spanish speakers often use the word flechazo, which literally means 'an arrow strike', evoking Cupid's arrow.
- While amor describes the feeling, the Spanish word querencia describes the place where one feels safe and at home, often linked to a deep love for a specific land or environment.
- In some Latin American cultures, using mi amor with a stranger, such as a shopkeeper or a waitress, is a common way to show friendliness and is not necessarily romantic.
Examples in context
- Yo amo el amor.I love love.Tatoeba #4445278 by cueyayotl, translation #3430986 by _undertoad
- El amor es ciego.Love is by nature blind.Tatoeba #402809 by catakaoe, translation #326276 by rul
- No sé si es amor.I wonder if this is love.Tatoeba #877698 by Shishir, translation #435651 by CK
- Mi amiga, te quiero mucho. Eres un verdadero amor.My friend, I love you so much. You are a true love.
- Le tengo un gran cariño a mi abuela.I have great affection for my grandma.
- Estoy profundamente agradecido por su amor y apoyo.I am deeply grateful for your love and support.
- Te quiero mucho, hermano.I love you so much, brother.
- ¡Te quiero mucho, mamá! Gracias por siempre estar ahí.I love you so much, Mom! Thank you for always being there.
- Amar a alguien es descubrir la verdadera felicidad.To love someone is to discover true happiness.
- Adoro a mi gato. Siempre me hace feliz.I adore my cat. It always makes me happy.
- ¡Eres mi amorcito! No puedo esperar para verte.You're my sweetheart! I can't wait to see you.
- 567 more sentences on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Elena and Alejandro are talking about their relationship.
- ElenaSiento mucho amor por ti, Alejandro.I feel a lot of love for you, Alejandro.
- AlejandroYo también siento ese amor, Elena.I feel that love too, Elena.
- ElenaNuestro amor es muy especial.Our love is very special.
- AlejandroSí, es el amor más puro.Yes, it is the purest love.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “love” translations and entries amor, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
