Russian · Verbs & Actions

Любить

lyubit

To love / To like

Beginnerverb

Definition

To have a deep affection for; to enjoy.

Example

Я люблю читать книги.

I love reading books.

Etymology

The verb 'любить' (lyubit) has its roots in the Proto-Slavic '*ljubiti', which means to love or to like. It encompasses deep emotional and relational expressions crucial in Slavic cultures.

How & Where It’s Used

'Любить' is employed in both formal and informal language, pertinent in spoken and written forms. It is commonly associated with deep emotional contexts.

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