Amantes

Amantes is a term used in several Romance languages to refer to people who are involved in a romantic relationship. In Spanish and Portuguese, amante is the singular noun for lover, and amantes is the plural form. In Italian, the corresponding plural is amanti. In Latin, the form amantes can appear as a participial or nominal form meaning “the lovers” or “those who love,” depending on grammatical context.

Etymology of the word traces to the Latin amare, meaning “to love.” The development of amante and its plural forms across Spanish, Portuguese, and Italian reflects shared Romance-language roots, with variations in gender and number that align with standard noun practice in each language.

Usage of amantes typically centers on romantic or erotic connotations. In everyday speech, it denotes a lover, partner, or beloved, and in some contexts may imply extramarital or clandestine relationships depending on tone and accompanying information. The term can also appear in more neutral or literary settings to describe characters who are engaged in a romance, without implying judgment.

In literature, film, and art, títulos or phrases involving amants/amanti/amantes are common, signaling themes of passion, secrecy, or betrayal. The plural form is frequently employed to refer to two or more lovers within a narrative, or to evoke the idea of a shared romance across works in Spanish, Portuguese, or Italian contexts. The word remains a standard, widely understood descriptor of romantic attachment in these languages.