holde af

to be fond of; care for

Beginner Verb
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Pronunciation

/ˈhʌlə ɑf/

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Cultural Note

Holde af is often gentler than elske and can sound warm, sincere, and less dramatic.

📝 Example Sentences

Jeg holder meget af dig.

I care a lot about you.

Hun holder af hans rolige måde at være på.

She is fond of his calm way of being.

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