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/aˈmoɾ/

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Translation

love

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Word origin

From Latin amor ('love'), from amare ('to love'). The same root gives English 'amorous' and 'amateur'.

Origin
Latin
Root
amor
English cognates
amorous, amateur

Grammar

Gendermasculine
Pluralamores

Examples

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True love does not need grand words.

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He did it out of love for his family, not for money.

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With love and patience, any challenge can be overcome.

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He told her of his love in the April rain.

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Love for animals is learnt from a young age.

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This word is taught in chapter 5, lesson 3: amor, cuenta, minuto and 7 more words.