🇨🇳 Chinese phrases

How to Say "I love you" in Chinese

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
我爱你
"I love you" in Chinese · say it like wǒ ài nǐ

The most natural way to say "I love you" in Chinese is 我爱你. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

我喜欢你
This is more casual and means 'I like you'.
我爱你哦
This adds a soft tone, often used in a playful context.

When to use it

Use this phrase to express deep affection towards someone. It can be used in romantic relationships or to express love for family and close friends. It's a heartfelt way to convey your feelings.

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Examples in Chinese

ChineseEnglish
我爱你,永远都爱你。I love you, I will always love you.
Common mistake
Some learners confuse this with '我喜欢你', which is less intense and means 'I like you'.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear 我爱你, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Chinese with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

Can I say this to friends?

Yes, but it's more common to use it with romantic partners or family.

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