Noun · A1 · Spanish glossary
Amor: love
amor
Pronunciation: ah-MOHR (stress the capital letters)
Amor means “love” in English.
Quick answer
- Meaning: love
- How to say it: ah-MOHR
- Gender: el amor
- Level: Beginner (A1)
What “amor” means and how to use it
Amor means “love.” It is the noun for romantic love, family love, and love for things.
Gender and plural
- Gender: el amor (masculine)
- Plural: los amores
Examples with audio
- Es el amor de mi vida.He is the love of my life.
- Hay mucho amor en esta familia.There is a lot of love in this family.
- Mi abuela me da mucho amor.My grandmother gives me a lot of love.
Usage tip
In Spanish “amor” is also a term of endearment: “hola, amor.” The verb “amar” is stronger than “querer”; most people say “te quiero” in daily life.
Frequently asked questions
How do you say “love” in Spanish?
“love” in Spanish is “amor.” It is pronounced ah-MOHR, with the stress on the syllable in capital letters.
How do you pronounce “amor”?
Say ah-MOHR. The syllable in capital letters gets the stress. Press the speaker button at the top of this page to hear it.
Is “amor” masculine or feminine?
Amor is masculine: “el amor.” The plural is “amores.”
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