ti voglio bene
I love you (affectionately)
Pronunciation
/ti ˈvɔʎʎo ˈbɛːne/
Cultural Note
This phrase expresses deep affection without the romantic intensity of 'ti amo.' It is used with family, close friends, and sometimes early in relationships before saying 'ti amo.' The distinction between 'ti amo' and 'ti voglio bene' is uniquely Italian and does not translate directly into English.
📝 Example Sentences
Mamma, ti voglio bene.
Mom, I love you.
Sei il mio migliore amico, ti voglio bene.
You're my best friend, I love you.
Ti voglio tanto bene, lo sai.
I love you so much, you know.
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