In Persian, the word "aziz-am" (عزیزم) is a common term of endearment that means "my dear" or "my beloved."
Formation: aziz + am
It's formed by combining "aziz" (عزیز), which means "dear," with the suffix "-am" (اَم), meaning "my."
Context:
This phrase is not limited to romantic relationships—you can use it with friends, family members, or anyone who holds a special place in your life. For instance, a parent might call their child “azizam,” or a close friend could use it to show affection.
Examples:
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Azizam, to kheyli mehrabu*ni. (عزیزم، تو خیلی مهربونی.)
My dear, you are very kind. -
Azizam, delam barā**t tang shode. (عزیزم، دلم برات تنگ شده.)
My dear, I miss you.
* 'u' as u in Lucy.
** 'ā' as a in 'car'
Romantic Alternatives for "Azizam"
If you want to get a bit more romantic with your expressions, especially with a significant other, Persian offers several beautiful alternatives that convey deeper feelings of love and affection.
Here are a few suggestions:
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Eshgh-am (عشقم): This means "my love." It's a more intimate way of expressing affection than "azizam" and is commonly used between lovers.
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Example:
Eshgham, hameye zendegimi. (عشقم، همهی زندگیمی.)
My love, you are my whole life.
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Jun-am (جونم): Meaning "my life" or "my soul," this is a powerful term of endearment, often used between people in close, affectionate relationships.
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Example:
Junam, man tanhā bā to khoshbakhtam. (جونم، من تنها با تو خوشبختم.)
My soul, I’m only happy with you.
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Gol-am (گلم): Meaning "my flower," this is a soft and sweet term for someone you love. Commonly sed for female partners. But feel free to show your affection however you want😊
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Example:
Golam, kheyli dus(t)et dāram. (گلم، خیلی دوستت دارم..)
My flower, I love you so much.
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Which expression is your favorite? Feel free to share more Persian terms of endearment in the comments!
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