Czech · Common Verbs
milovat
to love
Beginnerverb
Definition
To feel deep affection for someone.
Example
Miluji tě celým srdcem.
I love you with all my heart.
Etymology
'Milovat' derives from Proto-Slavic *milovati, linked to the Proto-Indo-European root *mel-, meaning 'to love' or 'to be fond of'. It retains its emotional meaning across Slavic languages.
How & Where It’s Used
'Milovat' is seen in both spoken and written contexts, common in poetry and declarations of affection, with no significant regional variations.
Literary Heritage
'Milovat' appears prominently in Czech literature, notably in love poems and romantic songs.