🇷🇺 Russian phrases

How to say “I love you” in Russian

Я тебя люблю

ya tebya lyublyu

informal

Used for romantic partners and close family; it carries real weight and isn't said casually. Word order is flexible: "я люблю тебя" is also correct, with slightly different emphasis.

Other ways to say it

RussianPronunciationMeaningWhen to use it
Люблю тебяlyublyu tebyaLove youSofter, casual, e.g. at the end of a call.
Я тебя тоже люблюya tebya tozhe lyublyuI love you tooAs a reply.

In a sentence

Я тебя очень люблю.

Ya tebya ochen' lyublyu.

I love you very much.

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