Phrases

Terms of endearment, greetings and idioms — the literal meaning alongside how they are really used.

• French Love PhrasesFrench has a well-known reputation as a romantic language, and a specific set of phrases that back it up. Below are the most common ones, with their literal meaning and how formal or casual each one is.
• Funny Italian PhrasesSome Italian expressions are funnier in translation than they sound to a native speaker, once you see what they literally say. Below are some of the best.
• German Words of EndearmentGerman terms of endearment are often small, cosy diminutives rather than grand romantic declarations. Below are the most common ones, with their literal meaning and how they're actually used.
• Italian Phrases of EndearmentItalian has a rich stock of affectionate phrases, from simple terms of endearment to lines borrowed for tattoos and love notes. Below are the most common ones, with what each one actually says and when it fits.
• Japanese Words of EndearmentJapanese expresses affection more through tone and context than through dedicated pet names, but a few phrases are genuinely used this way. Below are the most common ones.
• Korean Words of EndearmentKorean terms of endearment often double as everyday family words used affectionately between couples. Below are the most common ones, with what each one literally means.