A guide to saying it like a local
How to Say "I love this city" in French
Express your deep affection for a French city with this enthusiastic declaration.
J'adore cette ville !
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Use this when you're genuinely impressed by a city's atmosphere, beauty, or culture. It's perfect for sharing your positive feelings with a local or a travel companion.
Alternatives
- J'aime beaucoup cette ville !Slightly less intense than 'j'adore', more like 'I really like this city'.
- Cette ville est magnifique !Focuses on the city's beauty rather than your personal feeling of love.
Ways to get it wrong
Pronouncing 'adore' like 'ad-door'
The final 'e' in 'adore' is silent, and the 'o' sound is more open, like the 'o' in 'door'.
Forgetting the liaison
You need to link the 'e' from 'adore' to the 'a' of 'cette' for natural flow: 'ad-o-ra-t' (roughly).
Using 'amour' instead of 'adore'
'Amour' is a noun for love; 'adore' is the verb 'to adore' or 'to love'.
A small cultural note
While 'j'adore' is strong, French culture can sometimes be more reserved in expressing overt enthusiasm to strangers. However, this phrase is widely understood and appreciated.
The same phrase in other languages
Frequently asked
How do I say I love Paris specifically?
You would say 'J'adore Paris !' This phrase directly translates to 'I adore Paris!'.
Is 'j'adore' too strong for a first impression?
It's quite strong, but generally acceptable when expressing genuine appreciation for a place. You could soften it with 'J'aime beaucoup cette ville'.
What's the difference between 'aimer' and 'adorer' for places?
'Aimer' means to like, while 'adorer' means to love or adore. 'Adorer' expresses a stronger, more passionate feeling.
