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"Te amo" is a form of "te amo", a phrase which is often translated as "I love you". "Amor" is a noun which is often translated as "love". Learn more about the difference between "amor" and "te amo" below.
el amor(
ah
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mohr
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A masculine noun is used with masculine articles and adjectives (e.g., el hombre guapo, el sol amarillo).
masculine noun
a. love
El amor verdadero es difícil de encontrar.True love is difficult to find.
a. love
Ella se casó con su primer amor.She married her first love.
a. honey
Ven aquí, amor, y dame un abrazo.Come here, honey, and give me a hug.
b. love
¿Qué te pasa, amor? ¡Cuéntame!What's the matter, love? Talk to me!
c. sweetie
Buenos días, amor. ¿Quieres café?Good morning, sweetie. Do you want coffee?
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te amo(
teh
 
ah
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moh
)
A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. I love you
Decir "te amo" es un paso importante en una relación.Saying "I love you" is a big step in a relationship.
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