How to Say "Love" in Italian

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Italy oozes romance.

If you're looking to widen your foreign vocabulary or at least impress a member of your preferred gender, then consider learning how to say "love" in Italian. Italy is hailed as one of the most romantic countries in the world. From the intimate gondolas of Venice to the magnificent castles of Tuscany, this country oozes with the distinction of love and romance.

Instructions

    • 1

      Learn the direct translation for "love" from English to Italian. The word for "love" in Italian is "amore".

    • 2

      Understand Italian vowels. To say the vowel "a" is actually similar to the response you make when the dentist tells you to say "ah." To say the vowel "o" is like saying the o in "or." To say the vowel "e" is like saying "ay" in "say."

    • 3

      Understand Italian consonants. To say the consonant "m" is the same as it is in English. The consonant "r" is pronounced with an alveolar trill which means to properly pronounce it, you must roll your tongue.

    • 4

      Practice the pronunciation. It sounds like "ah-more-ay" phonetically.

Tips & Warnings

  • Listen to someone say the word "amore" first. Find an Italian speaker or use the resources online that allow you to hear how the word is spoken. Repeat the word various times and be watchful to correct any errors. If you're a perfectionist, consider recording your voice and playing it back to see how close you are to sounding like native speakers.

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  • Photo Credit Venice, Italy image by jobetim from Fotolia.com

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