love you

Phrase

I love you

1. An affirmation of affection or deep caring, especially to a family member.
   • "I love you, Mom," said Candace.

   Synonyms:

   143, ILY

2. An affirmation of romantic feeling to a lover or spouse.
   • The dark days are gone and the bright days are here / My sunny one shines so sincere / Sunny, one so true / I love you1976, Boney M., “Sunny”, in Take the Heat off Me
3. A platonic expression of strong inclination or liking to a friend.
   • I love you, man, but you need some professional help.