What does it mean word for word?
Literally, the phrase translates to "We you love", consisting of the subject Nous (we), the object pronoun vous (you) and the verb aimons (love).
Which one should you use?
The choice of form depends on who is being loved and your relationship with them. Use Nous vous aimons when addressing a group of people or a single person using formal politeness. If you are expressing love to a single person with whom you have a close, informal relationship, such as a child or a friend, use Nous t'aimons.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Quebec, people may say On t'aime en tabarnak! to express deep love and passion.
How does it change in a sentence?
In spoken or informal French, the subject on is frequently used instead of nous to mean "we", which results in the phrase On vous aime.
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Examples in context
- Nous vous aimons tant.We love you so much.This example shows how to add emphasis with 'so much'.Tatoeba #958242 by sacredceltic, translation #954476 by CK
- Nous vous aimons.We love you.This is a simple statement of love.Tatoeba #8335342 by felix63, translation #2241155 by CK
- Parce que nous vous aimons, nous mettons à jour Tatoeba pour vous fournir une meilleure expérience. Voyez ? Nous vous aimons, n'est-ce pas ?Because we love you, we are updating Tatoeba to bring you a better user experience. See? We love you huh?This sentence uses the phrase in a playful, conversational way.Tatoeba #398851 by Scott, translation #398850 by Scott
- Nous vous aimons beaucoup, cher directeur.We love you very much, dear director.
- Madame, nous vous aimons de tout notre cœur.Madam, we love you with all our hearts.
- On t'aime, mon ami.We love you, my friend.
Example conversation
Hugo and his family are saying goodbye to Chloé at the airport.
- HugoBon voyage, Chloé !Have a good trip, Chloé!
- ChloéMerci ! Vous allez me manquer.Thank you! I will miss you.
- HugoNous vous aimons, ne l'oubliez pas.We love you, don't forget it.
- ChloéJe vous aime aussi !I love you too!
Sources
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries nous, vous, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
