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How to Say "I think i'm in love" in French
Express that you're falling in love in French, with pronunciation and usage tips.
Je crois que je suis amoureux.
zhuh krwah kuh zhuh sweez ah-moo-RUHcasual
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Say this when you've realized your feelings are serious and romantic. It's a declaration, so use it when you're ready to be vulnerable with someone you're dating.
Alternatives
- Je suis tombé amoureux.This implies you've already fallen, rather than the ongoing realization.
- Je crois que je t'aime.This is a more direct 'I love you,' skipping the 'I think' part.
Ways to get it wrong
Pronouncing 'amoureux' like 'a-more-us'
The 'eux' sound is like the 'uh' in 'duh', not like 'us'.
Forgetting the 'je'
Always include the subject 'je' (I) before the verb 'crois' (think).
Using 'amour' instead of 'amoureux'
'Amour' is the noun 'love'; 'amoureux' is the adjective 'in love' (masculine form).
A small cultural note
While 'Je crois que je suis amoureux' is standard, French culture can sometimes be more reserved about overtly expressing strong emotions early on.
The same phrase in other languages
Frequently asked
How do I say I'm in love if I'm a woman?
If you are a woman, you would say 'Je crois que je suis amoureuse.' The ending changes to reflect the feminine gender.
Is this too strong to say early in dating?
It's a significant statement, so gauge your partner's feelings and the stage of your relationship. It's not typically a first-date phrase.
What's the difference between 'amoureux' and 'aimer'?
'Amoureux' means 'in love' (an adjective describing a state), while 'aimer' is the verb 'to love' or 'to like'.
