I love you. vs i heart you

Both phrases are correct and commonly used to express affection. 'I love you' is a more traditional and widely accepted way to express love, while 'I heart you' is a more casual and playful expression. The choice between the two depends on the level of formality and the tone you want to convey.

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I love you.

This phrase is correct and commonly used to express love and affection.

This phrase is a traditional and widely accepted way to express love and affection towards someone. It is commonly used in both formal and informal settings.

Examples:

After all these years, I still love you.
I love you more than words can express.
He whispered 'I love you' in her ear.
She knew he loved her when he said 'I love you.'
They exchanged 'I love you's before hanging up the phone.

Alternatives:

I adore you.
I care for you deeply.
You mean the world to me.
You have my heart.
You are my everything.

i heart you

This phrase is correct and used in a more casual and playful context to express affection.

'I heart you' is a more informal and playful way to express love or affection towards someone. It is often used in a light-hearted or humorous manner.

Examples:

I heart you more than pizza.
She sent him a text saying 'I heart you.'
They always end their messages with 'I heart you.'
He wrote 'I heart you' on a sticky note and left it on her desk.
Even though they tease each other, they always say 'I heart you' at the end of the day.

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No, I heart you more.
[Chuckles] No, I heart you more.
(both laugh) I heart you, you know?
You really should end your texts with "x-o-x-o" or "I heart you."
He tells him something far more important, which we may interpret in this way: I will be happy every time that I see you act wisely, and I will be moved every time that I heart you speak what is right.
I heart you too.
[Chuckles] No, I heart you more.
I heart you, Max.

Alternatives:

I love you.
I care about you.
You mean a lot to me.
You're special to me.
You're important to me.

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