🇳🇵 Nepali phrases

How to Say "Love" in Nepali

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
माया
"Love" in Nepali · say it like ma-yaa

The most natural way to say "Love" in Nepali is माया. 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

प्रेम
more formal or literary term for love
स्नेह
used for love in a familial or friendly context

When to use it

Use 'माया' when expressing love in a personal or emotional context. It can be used for romantic relationships or deep friendships. 'प्रेम' is suitable for more formal situations, while 'स्नेह' is often used among family members or close friends.

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Examples in Nepali

NepaliEnglish
म मलाई तिमीसँग माया छ।I love you.
उसले आफ्नो परिवारप्रति धेरै माया गर्छ।He loves his family very much.
Common mistake
Some learners confuse 'माया' with 'प्रेम', but 'माया' is more commonly used in everyday conversation.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear माया, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Nepali 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 'माया' and 'प्रेम'?

'माया' is more casual and commonly used, while 'प्रेम' is more formal and literary.

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