z miłością
The Polish phrase for "with love" is z miłością.
z miłością is a closing phrase used in letters or cards to show affection for the recipient. If you wish to express similar sentiments, you might use Z serdecznym uczuciem for "with heartfelt feelings", Z całym sercem for "with all my heart" or Z ogromną czułością for "with immense tenderness".
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase consists of the preposition z, meaning "with" and the noun miłością, which is the instrumental case form of miłość (love).
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
While z miłością is a standard way to express affection, it is more common in written cards or letters than in casual spoken conversation.
How does it change in a sentence?
In this phrase, miłością is the instrumental case form of the noun miłość.
Did you know?
- While z miłością is used in letters, Poles often sign off casual messages to partners or family using Buziaki, which literally translates to 'little kisses'.
- Polish has a specific word for the feeling of 'longing' or 'nostalgia' called tęsknota, which is frequently paired with expressions of love in romantic correspondence.
- In Polish, using z miłością in a professional email would be seen as an extreme social error, as it is strictly reserved for close personal bonds.
Examples in context
- Z miłością, KarolWith love, Karol
- Z całym sercem, KochanieWith all my heart, darling
- Z ogromną czułością, Moja drogaWith immense tenderness, my dear
Example conversation
Anna is writing a birthday card for Krzysztof.
- AnnaJak mam podpisać tę kartkę dla Krzysztofa?How should I sign this card for Krzysztof?
- KrzysztofNapisz po prostu: z miłością.Just write: with love.
- AnnaTo brzmi bardzo słodko.That sounds very sweet.
- KrzysztofTak, to będzie idealne.Yes, it will be perfect.
