While some of the following quotes may not have been said outright in Spanish, they just simply sound better in Spanish. Esta oración no es una traducción de la original. Manuel es un gran lector, le encanta pasar horas leyendo. El amor no se elige, simplemente sucede. — Love isn’t chosen, it simply happens. (Valeria, “Valeria”)

If you want to assure them of your love, this is the phrase to use. Tell him/her that he/she is the only one you think of. When said in Spanish language, it sounds sweeter, doesn’t it? If you are here looking for something to say and still learning Spanish, I’ve included the English translation. Some are very romantic – I don’t know if you can express all these things fully in English! Te quiero tanto que no se ni cómo expresarte ese amor” meaning: I love you so much that I don’t even know how to express that love. Te necesito is also the title of a popular song by Mexican singer Luis Miguel. It’s hot and steamy—exactly how you’d expect this declaration to be portrayed.

Basic Romantic Spanish phrases for first encounters

Te quiero is also used between lovers in a different way—in a private setting, if you catch my drift… Esta oración no es una traducción de la original. Es un ratón de biblioteca, se pasa la vida entre libros. Okay, this is one of those quotes where you just have to remember the figurative meaning. Literally, this quote translates to, “Love of a child, water in basket.” Which, to be fair, doesn’t make much sense at all! It doesn’t come off as strong as phrases like te amo (also meaning “I love you,” which we’ll talk about below), making it the perfect one to use with a girlfriend or boyfriend, crush, friends and family and other relationships that aren’t super serious.

This quote teaches us that love about more than just thinking the other person is attractive, or even caring deeply about your partner. Long-lasting, loving relationships involve working with your partner to determine where your lives are going, so you can ensure you’re both heading in the same direction. Wouldn’t you melt if someone special murmured this expression to you? Friendly and Platonic Ways to Say “I Love You” in Spanish Te aprecio mucho — I appreciate you a lot Te amo mucho, mi querida. — I love you so much, my darling. The Difference Between Te Quiero and Te Amo The most important thing to remember is that these terms are not always interchangeable—or suitable for everyone on your love list. El amor es un misterio; todo en él son fenómenos a cual más incomprensibles, y todo en él es ilógico. — Love is a mystery; everything about it is incomprehensible, and everything in it is illogical. (Benito Pérez Galdós)The word-for-word translation of this quote is a little gruesome. Literally, it means, “Loving someone to make them different means murdering them.” But more accurately, this quote is saying that loving someone to try and change who they are is a recipe for disaster. That’s because you’re actually not in love with the person your significant other is...you’re in love with this ideal person you wish they could become! Bésame Mucho”by Consuelo Velázquez (1940): This romentic bolero is a classic in Latin American music, and has has been performed by many artists over time. The song is literally titled “kiss me a lot,” and the song, as you can imagine, is all about a desire for love and affection. No existen las palabras para describir lo que siento por ti.” meaning: There are no words to describe how I feel for you. Solo sé que estás tan enamorada como lo estoy yo” meaning: I only know that you’re as in love as I am.

Si yo pudiera darte una cosa en la vida, me gustaría darte la capacidad de verte a ti mismo a través de mis ojos. Sólo entonces te darás cuenta de lo especial que eres para mí”. Where to even start with romantic Spanish lines from songs? Love Songs in Spanish are some of the best in the world, and the best way to enjoy them is within the music. But here’s a go at some beautiful lyrics. Miro las estrellas y ahí estas tu, cierro los ojos y ahí estas tú, siento con el corazón y ahí estas tú. Nunca me abandones, porque sin tu apoyo ya no tendré fuerzas para seguir.” meaning: Never leave me, because without your support I won’t have the strength to continue. El amor es una locura que solo el cura y el poeta entienden. — Love is a madness that only the priest and the poet understand. (Lidia Aguilar, “Las chicas del cable”)

Spanish Terms of Endearment for Partners

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Where you are in the Spanish-speaking world can change the way you express your love. Here are some regional ways to say “I love you”!

Nunca pensé que fueras a ser el amor de mi vida” meaning: I never thought that you would be the love of my life. Professing that an entire life would be devoid of meaning and purpose without another person? Spanish really does go big on sincere declarations of love. Te amo más hoy que ayer pero menos que mañana