I’m falling for you! 7 romantic idioms to express your love

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Junior reporter Amina Seyd
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Tell someone how you feel with these common English phrases like ‘apple of my eye’ and ‘match made in heaven’.

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Love may be a universal language, but sometimes, finding the right words to express our deepest feelings can be difficult. Fortunately, the English language is full of heartfelt idioms that will help you articulate the complexities of love. Here are seven romantic idioms to share how you feel:

1. Head over heels

Meaning: to experience deep, sudden love for someone to the point where your whole world feels turned upside down

Example: When I first met her, I fell head over heels. I could not think about anything else.

2. Love at first sight

Meaning: to fall in love with someone the moment you lay eyes on them

Example: I saw her across the room, and it was love at first sight. I knew she was the one for me.

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3. The apple of my eye

Meaning: to be the person someone cherishes and adores above all others

Example: My crush is the apple of my eye. I love him more than anything.

4. Love conquers all

Meaning: refers to the idea that the power of love can overcome any obstacle or challenge

Example: Although they come from very different backgrounds, love conquers all.

5. Whisper sweet nothings

Meaning: to speak to someone in a romantic, affectionate way

Example: On our anniversary, he whispered sweet nothings all night long.

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6. A match made in heaven

Meaning: two people perfectly suited for one another; a partnership that is certain to succeed

Example: Burgers and fries are a match made in heaven – the perfect pairing!

7. Puppy love

Meaning: the early stages of love, or the feelings of love experienced during childhood or adolescence

Example: They are still so young; it is just puppy love!

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