amé
ah-MAY
Quick Reference
📝 In Action
Amé ese libro desde la primera página.
A1I loved that book from the very first page.
Te amé con toda mi alma.
A2I loved you with all my soul.
Amé la comida de ese restaurante.
A1I loved the food at that restaurant.
💡 Grammar Points
A Point in Time
This specific form 'amé' is used for a love that you are looking back on as a completed event or a specific moment in the past.
❌ Common Pitfalls
The Missing Accent
Mistake: "ame"
Correction: amé. Without the accent, 'ame' is used for wishes (like 'I hope he loves'), while 'amé' is specifically for 'I loved' in the past.
⭐ Usage Tips
Expressing Enthusiasm
Spanish speakers often use 'amé' to show they really liked an experience, like a concert or a meal, just like saying 'I loved it!' in English.
🔄 Conjugations
subjunctive
imperfect
present
indicative
preterite
imperfect
present
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: amé
Question 1 of 1
If you want to say 'I loved the movie last night,' which word would you use?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'amé' and 'amaba'?
Use 'amé' for a specific, completed moment of love in the past. Use 'amaba' for love that lasted a long time or to describe how you used to feel.