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中文 · Mandarin Chinese with pinyin and simple pronunciation help.
我爱你
Romanization
Wo ai ni
Pronunciation
woh eye nee
Love · Chinese
How to say “i love you” in Chinese
Learn how to say "i love you" in Chinese: 我爱你 (Wo ai ni), with pronunciation, usage notes, examples, and related phrases.
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When to use it
Use it when the relationship is close enough for a direct emotional phrase. If the situation is new or uncertain, choose a softer expression first. In Mandarin Chinese, 我爱你 is direct and emotionally strong. It is best for a partner, spouse, or someone you are very close to.
Examples
我爱你。
I love you.
我真的爱你。
I really love you.
Common mistakes
Do not translate "i love you" word by word; use the full Chinese phrase as a unit.
Use romanization as a pronunciation hint, not as the normal written form.
Check the tone before using it: this version is marked safe.
FAQ
How do you say "i love you" in Chinese?
Say 我爱你. The romanization is Wo ai ni, and the pronunciation is woh eye nee.
Is 我爱你 formal or casual?
This version is marked safe. In Mandarin Chinese, 我爱你 is direct and emotionally strong. It is best for a partner, spouse, or someone you are very close to.
When should I use "i love you" in Chinese?
Use it when the relationship is close enough for a direct emotional phrase. If the situation is new or uncertain, choose a softer expression first. In Mandarin Chinese, 我爱你 is direct and emotionally strong. It is best for a partner, spouse, or someone you are very close to.