Q&Awhat is the difference in meaning between te amo and te quiero?

what is the difference in meaning between te amo and te quiero?

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Amor is love and querer is want, but te amo and te quiero are both translated as "I love you". What is the difference. Is one platonic and the other sexual?

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updated May 7, 2011

posted by wkblackstone

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Have a look at this compilation .

Welcome to the forum, wkblackstone!

updated May 8, 2011

edited by --Jen--

posted by --Jen--

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See here

Welcome to SD!

updated May 7, 2011

posted by Gocika

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Te amo is more formal and deeper in commitment.

updated May 7, 2011

posted by chileno

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