English–German

“sweetheart” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈliːplɪŋ/

Example

Sie ist mein Liebling seit der Schulzeit.

She has been my sweetheart since our school days.

Illustration for Liebling (sweetheart)

How to say “sweetheart” in German

“Sweetheart” in German is Liebling.

A cherished person, pet, or thing kept especially close to the heart.

Full entry for Liebling: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with Liebling

Seit Jahren nenne ich sie meinen Liebling.

For years I have called her my sweetheart.

Tips for using Liebling

  • Liebling is masculine, with the plural Lieblinge, and its affectionate tone can sound romantic when used for a person.

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