Amaba (en. Loved)

/aˈmaba/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To express love towards someone or something in the past.
I loved classical music when I was young.
Yo amaba la música clásica cuando era joven.
To feel deep affection or fondness for someone or something.
She loved her pet more than anything.
Ella amaba a su mascota más que a nada.
To have romantic love for someone.
He loved his partner with all his heart.
Él amaba a su pareja con todo su corazón.

Etymology

From the verb amar, which comes from the Latin 'amorare'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

loved someone madly
had a passionate love for someone.
amaba a alguien con locura
loved life
felt a great appreciation for life.
amaba la vida
always loved
expresses a constant love over time.
siempre amaba

Related Words

amar
To feel love.
amar
amor
Feeling of deep affection.
amor
amante
Person who loves or feels romantic desire.
amante

Slang Meanings

Platonic love
He had a platonic love for his teacher.
Tenía un amor platónico por su profesora.
Love at first sight
It was love at first sight when I saw her.
Fue amor a primera vista cuando la vi.