lieben
to love
Pronunciation
/ˈliːbn̩/
Cultural Note
Saying 'Ich liebe dich' in German is a significant step in a relationship. Many Germans reserve this phrase for deep, committed love and do not use it casually. Couples may date for months before saying it. The lighter alternative 'Ich hab dich lieb' expresses affection without the full weight of romantic love.
📝 Example Sentences
Ich liebe dich mehr als alles auf der Welt.
I love you more than anything in the world.
Er hat sie vom ersten Tag an geliebt.
He loved her from the very first day.
Wir lieben es, zusammen zu kochen.
We love cooking together.
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