🇰🇷 Korean phrases

How to Say "Love" in Korean

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
사랑
"Love" in Korean · say it like sah-rang

The most natural way to say "Love" in Korean is 사랑. 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

애정
more formal or literary term for love
연애
specifically refers to romantic love or dating

When to use it

You can use '사랑' when expressing feelings of love towards someone. It is appropriate in both casual and formal contexts. It can refer to love for family, friends, or romantic partners.

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Examples in Korean

KoreanEnglish
나는 너를 사랑해.I love you.
그녀는 가족에 대한 사랑이 깊다.She has a deep love for her family.
Common mistake
Some learners confuse '사랑' with '좋아하다', which means 'like'. '사랑' is a stronger emotion.

The fastest way to remember it

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between '사랑' and '좋아하다'?

'사랑' means love, while '좋아하다' means to like or have a fondness for someone or something.

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