I Love You In Chinese: 20+ Ways To Express Your Affection
Original blog post: https://ling-app.com/zh/i-love-you-in-chinese/
Your heart skips a beat whenever the lead actor says “我爱你” (wǒ ài nǐ), which means I love you in Chinese, in one of the many romantic Chinese and Taiwanese drama series. That’s because, in your mind, you’re the protagonist who receives so much attention from him. We can’t fault you for it. Because the more you appreciate a plot, the more comfortable you’ll be with a Chinese soundtrack. However, you don’t have to wait for this phrase because Chinese people are so creative when expressing how much they love someone.
If you have a Chinese girlfriend or boyfriend, you’ll be able to do more to impress them. So, in today’s article, we’ll cover some more Chinese love expressions. But first, let’s take a look at some cultural insights that are unique to Chinese people.
How Chinese People Express Romantic Feelings
In any relationship, expressing affection is essential. Intimate human relationships develop and bloom when love is there. One person’s manner of expressing their love may be dissimilar from another. Verbal, nonverbal, and gestures can all be used to transfer a message. But what if I told you there’re Chinese couples who find it difficult to express their feelings? So how do Chinese partner express their love then? Here, we’ll let you know how.
Actions Speak Louder Than Words
We can say that actions speak louder than words in Chinese society regarding relationships. Couples in China tend to be more conservative. They wouldn’t be together if they weren’t planning to be married someday. As a result, it’s all about showing their love rather than expressing it verbally. Gifts and financial support are regularly used to do this. Even though it seems materialistic to others from different cultures, economic success is considered a sign of stability.
Also, it’s common for a man to carry a woman’s bag, something you might not expect to see in Chinese culture because they rarely use romantic terms. This is another example of an action that speaks louder than words, even if it doesn’t express the love, but rather a big opening that they’re bound for each other.
Chinese Family Members Don’t Say I Love You
Have you ever seen Tiktok content creators comparing Western parents with Asian parents? Chinese background families are represented in the majority of videos. When they claim that their parents can’t seem to say “I love you” like Western parents, that’s when things become very interesting. Do the parents of Chinese families not care about their children? Instead, Chinese parents show their care for their children by not using the word “love” at all. So let us illustrate what they say.
你吃了吗？(Nǐ Chīle Ma) — Have You Eaten Yet?
They’re concerned about your well-being and ensure that you eat on time. And they’ll begin worrying about your health if they realize you’ve lost weight. As a result, they’ll start bringing you good food. They’ll keep piling food on your plate even if you’re about to burst.
Keep Your Focus Only On Your Studies
Chinese parents tell you to focus on your studies and not to worry about your financial situation. They will do anything to support you in achieving your educational goals.
We’ve learned quite a lot about Chinese culture. So now is the time to sharpen up your Chinese vocabulary. Come on, let’s get some practice in!
Basic Chinese Word About Love
Common Phrases For I Love You In Chinese
Texting I Love You On Chinese Social Media
Many Chinese people use numerical slang to express themselves verbally or emotionally. In Chinese, a number sounds a lot like romantic Chinese words. Let’s have a look at some instances.
How Chinese People Call Their Partner
Summary
A beautiful way to communicate one’s feelings is love. The phrase “I love you” is a must-learn whether a beginner or a seasoned Chinese language learner. To sum up, this article has covered the most often used words and phrases in Chinese society, which can be applied in everyday conversation, and the comprehension of Chinese or Taiwanese romance TV dramas. We hope you’ve learned much and can implement new knowledge in real life. More so, if you’re dating a Chinese person, you can most likely devise a few more creative ways to show affection for the special person.
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