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恋

koi

Description

「恋」は、だれかを好きになって、その人のことをいつも考えてしまう気持ちのことです。

"恋" is the feeling of liking someone and always thinking about that person.

「愛」よりもドキドキした、はじめの気持ちを表すことが多いです。

It often expresses the initial, exciting feeling, more so than "愛".

Meanings

恋koi

romantic love; being in love

彼女に恋をしている。

I'm in love with her.

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Notes

  • Nuance

    恋 is the fluttery, romantic love for one person; 愛 (ai) is deeper, broader affection.

  • Etymology

    often paired as 恋愛 (ren'ai) for the general concept of romantic love.

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