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How to Say "Give my love to your family" in Spanish
A warm and friendly way to send good wishes to someone's family.
Dale mis saludos a tu familia.
DAH-leh mees sah-LOO-dohs ah too fah-MEE-lee-ahneutral
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Use this when you're saying goodbye to a friend or acquaintance and want to extend your good feelings to their loved ones. It's a nice touch after a pleasant conversation.
Alternatives
- Mándale un abrazo a tu familia.More affectionate, implies a closer relationship.
- Saluda a tu familia de mi parte.Slightly more formal, emphasizes it's on your behalf.
Ways to get it wrong
Don't say 'da mi amor'
'Da' is the imperative of 'dar' (to give), but 'dale' is used here to mean 'give to them'.
Use 'saludos' not 'amor'
'Saludos' means greetings or regards, which is more common and less intimate than 'amor' (love).
A small cultural note
In many Latin American cultures, it's very common and expected to send regards to the whole family, not just the person you're speaking with.
Frequently asked
What's the difference between 'saludos' and 'amor'?
'Saludos' are general greetings or regards. 'Amor' is love, which is much more intimate and usually reserved for very close family or romantic partners.
Can I use this with my friend's parents?
Yes, 'Dale mis saludos a tu familia' is perfectly fine and polite to use when speaking to your friend about their parents or other family members.
How do I say 'give my love to your parents' specifically?
You would say 'Dale mis saludos a tus padres.' 'Padres' means parents.
