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Platonische Liebe

English translation of Platonische Liebe

Platonic love

Platonic love is a term used to describe a deep emotional bond between two individuals that is non-sexual in nature. The concept is derived from the Greek philosopher Plato, who believed that love was a spiritual connection rather than a physical one. In German, the term is "Platonische Liebe." It is often used to describe a strong friendship or a deep affection that does not involve physical intimacy.


Example sentences using: Platonische Liebe

Wir haben nur eine Platonische Liebe, nichts weiter.

English translation of Wir haben nur eine Platonische Liebe, nichts weiter.

We only have a platonic love, nothing more.

This phrase is used to define a relationship where there is love but not of a romantic or sexual nature. It emphasizes that the relationship is solely platonic.

Sie verstehen nicht, dass es nur Platonische Liebe sein kann.

English translation of Sie verstehen nicht, dass es nur Platonische Liebe sein kann.

They don't understand that it can only be platonic love.

This phrase can be used when expressing frustration or clarification to someone who doesn't understand the boundaries of a platonic love.

Platonische Liebe ist eine starke Bindung, ohne jegliche sexuelle Anziehung.

English translation of Platonische Liebe ist eine starke Bindung, ohne jegliche sexuelle Anziehung.

Platonic love is a strong bind, without any sexual attraction.

This is a definition of platonic love; it's explaining the nature of the feeling: a deep, non-sexual affection.

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