How to say “I love you” in Basque
The most common way to say “i love you” in Basque. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
Maite zaitut
In a sentence
English
Hello, I love you.
Basque
Kaixo, Maite zaitut
Frequently asked
How do you say "I love you" in Basque?
"I love you" in Basque is "Maite zaitut". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "Maite zaitut" written in Basque?
"Maite zaitut" is the standard written form in Basque, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "Maite zaitut" in Basque?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "Maite zaitut" pronounced by a native-style synthetic voice. For practice, repeat the phrase out loud immediately after listening — the rhythm and stress are usually what trips learners up, not the individual sounds.
What does "Maite zaitut" mean in English?
"Maite zaitut" is the Basque way of saying "I love you" in English. It's used in everyday conversation in roughly the same situations as the English original.
Are there formal or informal ways to say "I love you" in Basque?
Many languages — including Basque — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "Maite zaitut" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Basque spoken?
Basque is spoken by an estimated 750,000 people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Basque dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Basque dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "Maite zaitut" or any other Basque text.