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