How to say “I love you” in Classical Chinese
The most common way to say “i love you” in Classical Chinese. Tap to copy or hear it pronounced.
吾愛汝
In a sentence
English
Hello, I love you.
Classical Chinese
安, 吾愛汝
Frequently asked
How do you say "I love you" in Classical Chinese?
"I love you" in Classical Chinese is "吾愛汝". This is the most common everyday rendering; depending on context, formal/informal or dialectal variants may apply.
How is "吾愛汝" written in Classical Chinese?
"吾愛汝" is the standard written form in Classical Chinese, rendered left-to-right.
How do you pronounce "吾愛汝" in Classical Chinese?
Tap the speaker icon on this page to hear "吾愛汝" 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 "吾愛汝" mean in English?
"吾愛汝" is the Classical Chinese 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 Classical Chinese?
Many languages — including Classical Chinese — distinguish formal and informal registers, and may also vary by speaker gender, plurality, or regional dialect. "吾愛汝" is the most broadly understood form; for register-specific variants, use the full translator above with your exact sentence.
Where is Classical Chinese spoken?
Classical Chinese is spoken by an estimated 10,000 people worldwide. Use the language page to translate full text and explore where the language is used.
Is there a free Classical Chinese dictionary?
Yes — Polytranslator provides a free Classical Chinese dictionary with word-by-word translations and example usage. Click the dictionary link on this page to look up individual words from "吾愛汝" or any other Classical Chinese text.