Well, if you need to say I Love You to someone, things must be serious. Lets get on right to it.
There are many ways of showing affection in Spanish, but, surprisingly, there are two ways to say “I love you”: Te amo and Te quiero. It is highly important to be aware of the slight difference between them so as to convey your feelings with the rights words
Learning the difference between these two phrases and when is correct to use them takes time and a little memorization. Although there are only two ways of saying I love you in Spanish, you need practice so as to know which one is the most appropriate to use. Nobody wants to show a deep love on a first date or tell their beloved one they love them like a friend.
If it is a matter of dating, marriage, friendship, casual love relationships or relationships in general; you’ll find the correct way to show your affection in Spanish without hurting anyone’s feelings.
The first thing you need to know is that these expressions are not interchangeable. This means, you use one of them to show affection to your family/friends and the other one, to your loved one. The degree of familiarity and fondness is a crucial factor when using Te amo and Te quiero.
Spanish-speaking cultures are widely known for their warmth, fondness and the way they express their feelings. For that reason, it is not surprising the Spanish language has a variety of phrases to show different levels of affection. This language is rich in vocabulary to accurately express an array of sentiments.
How do you express your feelings to a family member such as parents or siblings? What about your friends or someone you like? In Spanish, the phrase Te amo doesn’t fit all situations. If you want to let your family or friends know you love them, then saying Te quiero is the most appropriate phrase in Spanish.
In a new romantic relationship, you can’t say Te quiero. It is an inappropriate way of showing your feelings if you haven't reached the Te amo level. Saying Te quiero means you are making clear that you are interested in the other person. Te quiero is a more casual way of saying I love you.
Saying Te quiero is also a good way to explain to someone you just want to be friends or you are not ready to get involved in a romantic relationship yet. If you're falling in love, instead, saying Te quiero is a much stronger phrase than simply saying I like you. You are showing your feelings to the other person but it isn’t as strong as Te amo.
How do you express your feelings to someone you’ve been dating for a long period of time and you are falling in love? After the first stage of a relationship, you may feel ready to go forward and show your deepest feelings to the other person. Saying Te amo is a declaration of love. It means you should reserve it to someone you really care for and is your partner or spouse.
