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"Sweetheart (honey)" in Spanish: mi amor
mi amor
Note: also: cariño
Sweetheart often translates as mi amor. Cariño is another warm option. Both are everyday pet names.
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How to pronounce mi amor
Say it
mee ah-MOHR
/mi aˈmoɾ/
mee ah-MOHR for mi amor. kah-REE-nyoh for cariño.
"Sweetheart (honey)" in Spanish: quick reference
| Spanish | English | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| mi amor | my love / sweetheart Very common affectionate address. | Very common affectionate address. |
| cariño | honey / sweetheart Warm everyday pet name. | Warm everyday pet name. |
| mi cariño | my sweetheart Softer with mi. | Softer with mi. |
| hola, cariño | hi, sweetheart Casual greeting to a partner. | Casual greeting to a partner. |
How to use mi amor in real life
- 1Coming home
Hola, mi amor. ¿Cómo estuvo el día?
Hi, sweetheart. How was the day?
Mi amor as a greeting.
- 2Passing food
Mi amor, ¿me pasas el pan?
Sweetheart, can you pass the bread?
Mi amor in a small request.
- 3Goodnight
Duerme bien, mi amor.
Sleep well, sweetheart.
Mi amor at bedtime.
Mistakes English speakers make with mi amor
Incorrect: Mi amor with usted
Correct: Use tú with mi amor.
Pet names like mi amor stay informal.
Incorrect: Calling a boss mi amor
Correct: Keep mi amor for intimate relationships.
Register: mi amor is too close for work.
Good to know
Latin American Spanish uses mi amor and cariño freely between partners. Cariño can also sound gentle with children. Skip mi amor at work.
Try it in a ChatPal conversation
Cooking dinner together
ChatPal
Mi amor, ¿cortas la cebolla?
Sweetheart, will you cut the onion?
You
Claro, mi amor. ¿Dónde está el cuchillo?
Sure, sweetheart. Where is the knife?
ChatPal
En el cajón de la izquierda.
In the left drawer.
You
Listo. Empiezo ya.
Got it. I’ll start now.
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FAQ
Common questions about "Sweetheart (honey)" in Spanish
Is mi amor too formal?
No. Mi amor is warm and informal.
Mi amor or cariño?
Both work. Cariño is a common alternative.
Can I use it with friends?
Usually no. Save mi amor for intimate bonds.
How do you pronounce cariño?
kah-REE-nyoh. The ñ is like ny in canyon.
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