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"Mi amor" is a phrase which is often translated as "my love", and "mi cariño" is a phrase which is often translated as "my affection". Learn more about the difference between "mi amor" and "mi cariño" below.
mi amor(
mee
ah
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mohr
)A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
mi cariño(
mee
kah
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ree
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nyoh
)A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
1. (general)
a. my affection
Mis alumnos no tardaron en ganarse mi cariño.It didn't take long for my students to win my affection.
b. my love
Te compré este pequeño obsequio con todo mi cariño.I bought this little something for you with all my love.