love
Translation
to love, to adore
Examples
I love my family very much.
I love my family very much.
She loves to read books in her free time.
She loves to read books in her free time.
Grammar Patterns
((sb./sth.)) to feel great affection for (sb./sth.) I love you.
((-ing)) to enjoy (sth.) very much She loves swimming.
Similar Words
Synonyms: adore, cherish, like; Antonyms: hate, detest
Etymology
From Old English 'lufian' (to love), related to the noun 'lufu' (love).
Memory Tips
Think of the heart symbol (❤️), which represents the action and feeling of loving someone or something.