Con tanto amore
/kon ˈtan.to aˈmo.re/word by word
The English phrase 'with much love' is translated into Italian as Con tanto amore.
Con tanto amore is used to express deep affection and is typically used as a closing in letters, cards or emails to express deep affection toward a close person.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of the preposition con (with), the adjective tanto (much/so much) and the noun amore (love).
Which one should you use?
While Con tanto amore implies a deep, intense affection, the phrase Con tanto affetto translates to 'with lots of affection' and serves as a slightly less intense way to close a letter to a loved one.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In the Sicilian dialect, you may use Cu tantu amuri as an endearing way to say 'with much love'.
How do you pronounce it?
It has 5 syllables, with the stress on the 2nd syllable.
Did you know?
- In Italian culture, using Con tanto amore in a formal business email would be seen as an extreme social blunder rather than just being too friendly.
- While amore is used for romantic partners, Italians also use it as a term of endearment for children or close friends, similar to how 'honey' or 'sweetie' is used in English.
- In many Italian contexts, using tanto can actually add more emotional weight than using molto, as it implies an immeasurable or overwhelming quantity.
Examples in context
- Cara Maria, ti mando questa lettera per farti sapere che mi manchi molto. Con tanto affetto, [Your Name]Dear Maria, I'm writing this letter to let you know how much I miss you. With lots of affection, [Your Name]
- Auguri per il tuo compleanno, mio amore! Con tanto amore, [Your Name]Happy birthday, my love! With lots of love, [Your Name]
- Il regalo è stato preparato con tanto amore.The gift was prepared with much love.
Example conversation
Lorenzo is reading a handwritten card from Giulia.
- LorenzoGiulia, questa lettera è bellissima.Giulia, this letter is beautiful.
- GiuliaGrazie, Lorenzo. L'ho scritta con tanto amore.Thank you, Lorenzo. I wrote it with much love.
- LorenzoSi sente ogni parola che hai scritto.One can feel every word you wrote.
- GiuliaSono davvero felice che ti piaccia.I am really happy that you like it.
