爱 (ài)
verb · Beginner · Common Verbs
Meaning
English: To love
To feel deep affection for someone or something.
Examples
🗣 我爱我的家人。
💬 I love my family.
Etymology
爱 (ài) represents the fundamental emotion of love, and its character combines elements suggesting affection and deep sentiment in historical contexts.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in both formal and informal contexts, 爱 frequently appears in literature, conversations about emotions, and cultural expressions of love.
Literary Heritage
This term is widely referenced in poetry, love songs, and philosophy, illustrating the complexity and beauty of love in human relationships.
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