Amaban (en. Loved)

/aˈma.βan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To express or feel a deep affection or fondness for someone or something.
They always loved spending time together.
Siempre amaban pasar tiempo juntos.
To take pleasure in some activity or thing.
They loved going to the beach every summer.
Ellos amaban ir a la playa cada verano.
To have a strong desire or preference for something.
Since they were little, they loved animals.
Desde pequeños, amaban los animales.

Etymology

From Latin 'amare', which means 'to love'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

love at first sight
Instant feeling of attraction or love towards someone.
amor a primera vista
to be in love
To feel deeply attracted or enchanted by another person.
estar enamorado
to love to the stars
To love with great intensity.
amar hasta las estrellas

Related Words

to love
To have love or affection for someone or something.
amar
love
Intense feeling of affection towards someone.
amor
lover
A person who loves or has a romantic relationship.
amante

Slang Meanings

To greatly appreciate something
She loved rock concerts.
Ella amaba los conciertos de rock.
To be crazy about someone
He loved his girlfriend so much that he took her everywhere.
Él amaba tanto a su novia que la llevaba a todos lados.