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"Te amo" is a phrase which is often translated as "I love you", and "te quiero" is a phrase which is also often translated as "I love you". Learn more about the difference between "te amo" and "te quiero" below.
te amo(
teh
 
ah
-
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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te quiero(
teh
 
kyeh
-
roh
)
A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
phrase
a. I love you
Te quiero de aquí a la luna.I love you from here to the moon.
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