In Japanese, there are many ways to say, “I love you.” The translation you will find most often is “aishiteru” [愛してる]. In general, Japanese people hardly say it. Another expression to convey feelings of love is “suki” [好き], which also means “like.” “Suki” can be used to say you like football.

Do the Japanese have a word for love?

In Japanese, both ai （愛） and koi （恋） can be roughly translated as love in English.

What is a deeper word for love?

deep affection, fondness, tenderness, warmth, intimacy, attachment, endearment. devotion, adoration, doting, idolization, worship. passion, ardour, desire, lust, yearning, infatuation, adulation, besottedness.

How do you call your lover in Japanese?

It is not common to call each other “my love” or “sweetheart” in Japanese. You can call your Japanese partner just saying the name, but it is better not to use the word “Anata”. “Anata” is explained meaning “you” in most Japanese textbooks.