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mi amor

[ mee uh-mawr ]

What does mi amor mean?

Mi amor is a Spanish phrase that literally translates to “my love.” It is often used as a pet name when a person is flirting or being affectionate.

Mi amor can be used to refer to people of all gender identities. Mi amor is typically used to refer to a loved one, and it can express romantic or familial love.

Because it is a Spanish phrase, mi amor is more likely to be used by a person who is fluent in Spanish or is at least familiar with the Spanish language. The phrase is common enough, though, that even a person who doesn’t speak Spanish may know that mi amor is an affectionate phrase.

Example: Just texting to say I love you, mi amor.

Where does mi amor come from?

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The phrase mi amor is Spanish. It literally translates into English as “my love.” The Spanish amor comes from the Latin amor, meaning “love.” The Latin  amor is also the origin of similar words in other languages, such as the French amour and the Italian amore.

 

 

Examples of mi amor

Bed is my one true love. I wish to never leave you mi amor.
@mooncantgame, March 16, 2023
I call my son “my love” & “mi amor” so much that he calls me that now & it melts my heart every time🥺
@brenda_ax, February 5, 2023

Who uses mi amor?

The phrase mi amor is commonly used as an affectionate pet name by Spanish speakers.

The phrase mi amor is well known and may even be used by people who don’t usually speak Spanish.

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