How to Talk About Love in English | Vocabulary for Valentine’s Day

Feb 10, 2025

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💖Valentine’s Day is coming up, and in this episode of the Learn English Podcast, you’ll learn how to talk about love in clear, natural English at a B1 level. We explore different types of love, including romantic love and platonic love, and explain how to use words like “love,” “like,” “in love,” “adore,” and “devoted” in the correct context. You’ll hear simple, real-life examples to help you understand the differences and avoid common mistakes.

This episode is perfect for English learners who want to build vocabulary, improve listening skills, and feel more confident expressing feelings in everyday conversations. By the end of the episode, you’ll be able to talk about relationships, emotions, and connections in a natural, respectful way.

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📝 Vocabulary list:

1) synonyms: Words or phrases that mean exactly or nearly the same as another word or phrase in the same language.

2) Romantic love: A deep, passionate affection for someone you are in a relationship with.

3) Platonic love: A non-romantic, affectionate relationship between friends or family members.

4) Friendly love: The love and affection you have for your friends.

5) Companion: A close friend or family member.

6) In love with: Feeling a deep romantic attachment and attraction to someone.

7) Like: To find enjoyment or pleasure in something, without the intensity of love.

8) Adore: To love someone or something deeply and passionately.

9) Devoted: Deeply committed and loyal to someone or something.

10) Dedicated: Committed wholeheartedly to a task or purpose.