恩爱

恩愛
ēnài
adjective #18,847

Meanings

  1. 1 loving
  2. 2 conjugally affectionate
  3. 3 devoted (of a couple)

Characters

Literally 'grace-love' — affection rooted in mutual kindness and gratitude.

Examples

Tāmen fūqī fēicháng ēnài.
That couple is very loving and devoted to each other.
Yéye nǎinai ēnài le yíbèizi.
Grandpa and grandma were devoted to each other their whole lives.

Tips

usage
恩爱 specifically describes romantic love between spouses or partners. It implies deep mutual affection and care, not just passion. Often used with 夫妻 (husband and wife).
culture
The phrase 恩爱 (to show off affection publicly) is widely used on Chinese social media, sometimes with a teasing or envious tone.

Stroke Order

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