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Liebe

/ˈliːbə/
noun★Beginner
formalinformal

Love, affection, or deep emotional attachment to someone or something.

Die Liebe zwischen ihnen war unzerstörbar.

The love between them was indestructible.

Sie hat eine große Liebe für Tiere.

She has a great love for animals.

💡

In German, 'Liebe' is often used to describe both romantic and non-romantic affection.

Collocations

Liebe machento make loveLiebe empfindento feel loveLiebe gestehento confess love

Synonyms

Antonyms

Related Phrases

Liebe auf den ersten Blickphrase
love at first sight
Liebe geht durch den Magenproverb
the way to a man's heart is through his stomach

💡Pro Tip

Capitalization

Remember that 'Liebe' is always capitalized in German because it is a noun.

⚡Gold Rule

Context Matters

The meaning of 'Liebe' can vary based on context—romantic, familial, or general affection.

📖Word Origin

Derived from the Old High German 'liubi,' meaning 'dear' or 'beloved,' related to the Proto-Germanic root 'leubh-,' which also gave rise to the English word 'love.'

📝Usage Notes

'Liebe' is a noun and is always capitalized in German as it is a noun. It can refer to romantic love, familial love, or a strong liking for something.

Word Breakdown

Liebe
love
root
Deutsch-Englisch Wörterbuch

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