Phrase guide

love language

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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Sound

Pronunciation

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  • Canada, General-American: /ˈləv ˌlæŋɡwɪd͡ʒ/
  • US: Recorded audio is listed in the source snapshot.

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noun

Meaning 1

A medium through which one shows appreciation of or affection for another, such as complimenting, giving gifts, or spending time together.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

Popularized in The Five Love Languages (1992) by Gary Chapman.

Across languages

Translations

3 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • German: Liebessprache — medium through which one shows appreciation and affection
  • Indonesian: bahasa cinta — medium through which one shows appreciation and affection
  • Swahili: lugha ya upendo — medium through which one shows appreciation and affection