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How to Say "I love you too" in Dutch

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Ik hou ook van jou
"I love you too" in Dutch 路 say it like ik how ook van yau

The most natural way to say "I love you too" in Dutch is Ik hou ook van jou. 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

Ik hou van jou ook
This is a less common word order but still understood.
Ik ook van jou
A more casual and shorter way to express the same sentiment.

When to use it

Use this phrase when someone expresses their love for you, and you want to reciprocate. It is appropriate in both romantic and platonic contexts. You can say it to friends, family, or partners.

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Examples in Dutch

DutchEnglish
Ik hou ook van jou.I love you too.
Zij zei dat ze van mij houdt, en ik zei: Ik hou ook van jou.She said she loves me, and I said: I love you too.
Common mistake
A common mistake is to translate it literally as 'Ik hou ook van jou', which is correct but can sound awkward in some contexts.

The fastest way to remember it

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

Frequently asked questions

Is it appropriate to say this to friends?

Yes, it can be used in a friendly context as well as romantic.

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