“Ich liebe dich”
I love you
Daily LifeInformalA1
Literal Translation
Word for word: “I love you”
Pronunciation
/ɪç ˈliːbə dɪç/
When to Use This Phrase
Germans say 'Ich liebe dich' more sparingly than English speakers say 'I love you' — it's mainly for romantic partners and carries real weight. For family and friends, 'Ich hab dich lieb' is the usual choice.
Example Sentences
Ich liebe dich. — Ich liebe dich auch.
I love you. — I love you too.
Ich liebe dich mehr als alles auf der Welt.
I love you more than anything in the world.
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