Japanese Word · Intermediate
アイ・ラブ・ユー
I love you
Pronunciation: [a̠i ɾa̠bɯ̟ jɯ̟ː]
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "I love you".
Example
彼女はぶつぶつ言いながら受話器を置いた。「いったいどうしたっていうの？たかが三つの単語じゃない。アイ・ラブ・ユー。アイ・ラブ・ユー。アイ・ラブ・ユー。」
She grumbled as she replaced the phone. “What is he talking about? It’s not just three words. I love you. I love you. I love you.”
Practice tips
- Practice アイ・ラブ・ユー out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Japanese word is for intermediate-level learners.