The 5 Most Romantic Languages [In the World] to Express Love this Valentine

How do you say “I love you” in the most romantic way possible? By using the most romantic languages in the world, of course. 

But what is the most romantic language in the world? Well, this is a debate that’s been going on for quite a while now. Therefore, today we’ll take a look at the top 5 romantic languages of the world and the elements that qualify them as such. 

Romantic language vs Romance language

Before we start learning how to express our feelings and devotion in a different language, let us first learn what is a Romance language and how it’s different from a romantic language.

We tend to use the word “romance” to define those actions (from a loved one) that make our hearts feel fuzzy and warm. However, when talking about languages, Romance languages are the ones that evolved from Vulgar Latin and are different from the ones people consider the most romantic. 

For instance, the list of Romance languages includes Italian, French, Portuguese, Spanish, and Romanian (these are the 5 Romance languages that survived until today). Now, as you will see from our list of top 5 romantic languages, some of the Romance languages are also considered romantic. 

So, What Are The Most Romantic Languages In The World?

As we already mentioned, there is an ongoing debate on the topic of the most romantic languages in the world. Therefore, depending on who you ask, you will get a different answer. 

For instance, many consider Spanish to be the most passionate language you could ever use to express your desire. But does it also work for expressing long-term commitment and milder forms of affection?

The answer, again, depends on who you ask. For instance, there are people who consider the English language (with a British accent) to be the sexiest and most romance-inspiring. After all, it is the language William Shakespeare used to create his time-defying masterpieces!

However, if you were to ask everyone on the planet, French would probably rank as the top romantic language on Earth. So why is that? What makes these languages so love-inspiring and attractive? And what is a romantic language? 

The Relationship between Language & Emotions 

First, what is a romantic language?

The top 5 romantic languages (regardless of order) have a specific musicality that makes them pleasing to the human ear. Just as a thought exercise, try saying (or listening to) the same phrase in French and German – see the difference?   

Moreover, according to a Boston College study on Language and the Perception of Emotion, languages shape our emotional perception of the world. Therefore, the language we use to express our feelings of love or admiration can help convey the true depth and power that’s begind our declaration. For instance, the French romantic language can help create the mood for an amorous sensation a lot better than other languages. 

This happens because of the musicality of the language, but it also has to do with the way people see France and the language. After all, Paris is the universal city of love with impressive love symbols such as picturesque cobbled streets (for romantic walks at night), intimate cafes (for deep conversations), and the Eifel Tower!

Luckily, for those who don’t speak fluid French and can’t seem to figure out the pronunciation, there is still hope. There are other languages on our list of most romantic languages, and we’ll discuss each of them below.

Top 5 Most Romantic Languages In The World

#1: French

Given that Paris is the city of love, it makes a lot of sense to think about the French language as one designed for romance, poetry, and art in general. The language is exquisite and flows extremely well due to the balanced distribution of vowels and consonants. 

Furthermore, the French have a powerful reputation for flowery poetry and seductive lyrics that charm the soul and make you feel special. If you add their centuries of culture and art, and the fact that it is spoken in over 29 countries across the world, you understand why many consider it the only true language of love. 

How do you say “I love you” in French? “Je t’aime!”

#2: Spanish

The language of the conquistadors is derived from Latin, which classifies Spanish as a Romance language. But the romantic aspect of the language comes from its use of soft consonants and long vowels, which are not prevalent in Germanic or Slavic languages. 

Have you ever wondered why a text translation from English to Spanish sounds so good and soothing? Well, English is considered a Germanic language, which makes it harsher in tones and sharp to the ear. On the other hand, the softness of Spanish lulls the senses away and makes the flow of words seem more natural. 

Lastly, Spanish makes it easy to create rhymes, which makes it perfect for music and poetry. After all, Latino rhythms are the most ‘caliente’ (hot) in the history of modern music!  

How do you say “I love you” in Spanish? “Te amo!”

#3: Italian

If you ever heard a native Italian speak you know why the language is on our list. An Italian could be reciting their grocery list and it will still sound like music to the ears of a foreigner! 

The words have a special cadence that tickles the ear in the nicest of ways and satisfies our need for well-designed patterns. Just like Spanish and French, Italian is a Romance language that evolved from Latin. In addition, it is associated with beautifully written prose, poetry, and opera. 

How do you say “I love you” in Italian? “Ti amo!”

#4: Portuguese

If the first languages we mentioned are musical, soft, and flowery, the Portuguese language is hot and sexy. Of course, it’s also based on Latin, but it’s mostly spoken in areas we associate with exotic, paradise-like vacations (Portugal and Brazil). 

The language is incredibly rhythmic and musical and can be easily associated with samba, marrabenta, or bossa nova (again, incredibly sexy rhythms usually shared by lovers). This is possible due to the wide range of vowel sounds and only several tricky consonants to limit the speaker. 

How do you say “I love you” in Portuguese? “Eu te amo!”

#5: Japanese

It’s not derived from Latin and it doesn’t let your imagination run wild when you hear it. However, it is an incredibly romantic language, with exotic notes and wide potential for expression.

The Japanese language is captivating, but also incredibly polite and respectful, allowing speakers to open up about their feelings in ways other languages can’t. In addition, many specialists find this to be the best language for singing since all the syllables are open and the overall impression is light and enchanting. 

How do you say “I love you” in Japanese? “Aishiteru（愛してる)” 

#Bonus Entry: English

With a wide range of accents and dialects, the English language is just as sexy as the other 5 romantic languages we just mentioned. Moreover, English becomes incredibly sexy when it’s accompanied by a Scottish or Irish accent (the Irish accent is considered the 3rd sexiest in the world by certain standards!). 

Wrap Up

Do you agree with our pick when it comes to the most romantic languages? 

Of course, we’re not saying other languages are not beautiful and expressive, it’s just that these five have some of the most melodic and flowery word flows. They are also associated with poetry, songs, and love prose more often than other languages and feel more exotic. 

On the other hand, if your feelings are true and your heart is in the right place, it doesn’t matter which language you use to express your feelings for the people you love. Just make sure you let them know!