愛情

• Reading: あいじょう
• Romaji: aijou
• Kanji breakdown: 愛 (ai) — love; 情 (jou) — emotion, feeling
• Pronunciation: /a.i.dʑo.ɯ/

Meaning

Love; affection; tender feelings of caring for someone.

A noun that emphasises the emotional and nurturing aspect of love. While 愛 is broader and more abstract, 愛情 focuses on the warm feelings expressed through actions — a parent's care, a partner's devotion, or cooking with love (愛情を込めて). Often used with を込める (to pour in) or が深い (runs deep).

Examples

1. 彼女は子供に愛情を注いでいる。 She showers her children with affection.
2. 愛情を込めて料理を作った。 I made the meal with love.
3. 愛情のある家庭で育つことは大切だ。 It's important to grow up in a home filled with love.

Usage Guide

Context: family, relationships, cooking

Tone: warm

Origin & History

Composed of 愛 (love) and 情 (emotion, feeling). Together they specify the emotional warmth and tenderness within love, distinguishing it from more abstract or philosophical uses of 愛.

Cultural Context

Era: Classical

Generation: All ages

Social background: Universal