любить

This is the 5018th most frequent Russian word.


любить

To love; to like.


This illustrates the common usage of "любить" to express a strong liking or affection for activities or hobbies.

Я люблю читать книги.

I love reading books.


Here, "любить" conveys affection or deep emotional attachment towards another living being.

Она любит своего кота.

She loves her cat.


In this question format, "любить" is used to inquire about someone's preferences or tastes, often about food or objects.

Ты любишь шоколад?

Do you like chocolate?