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amori

Amori is the plural form of the Italian noun amore, meaning love. In standard Italian, amori refers to romantic or affectionate love in a general sense, or to multiple loves, including beloved persons. The expression amori miei, for example, is a common term of endearment addressing one’s loved ones. In literature, music, and art, amori is widely used as a poetic or lyrical motif to evoke romance, tenderness, or passion.

Etymology and form: amori derives from the singular amore, with regular Italian plural formation. The word has

Usage and nuance: while amore often denotes love itself in a universal sense, amori can emphasize plurality

See also: Amore (the singular noun for love in Italian), Amor (Latin root), Amours (French for loves),

parallels
in
other
Romance
languages,
such
as
Spanish
amores
and
Portuguese
amores,
which
likewise
signify
loves
or
beloveds.
or
the
relational
aspect
of
love—lover
pairs,
multiple
loves,
or
the
sentimental,
romantic
sphere
within
a
work.
The
term
frequently
appears
in
poetry,
song
lyrics,
and
casual
speech
to
evoke
affection
or
romance.
and
cognate
terms
in
other
Romance
languages.