15 Sweet and Romantic Love Messages for Your Partner

Co-authored by Lisa Shield and Nihal Shetty

Last Updated: April 19, 2022 References

The perfect love message shows that special someone that you really care for them, but what should it say? Whether you’re looking to show your spouse or significant other how much they mean to you, we’ve got you covered. We’ll walk you through the most romantic words to send your partner, whether through text or in an old-fashioned love letter, with this complete guide on what is the best love message.

1

“I just can’t stop thinking about you.”

Let your partner know they’re always on your mind. It’s hard not to enjoy hearing that someone else has been thinking about you, so give your partner a sign that you have been. Write something like:
- “You’ve been running through my mind all day and night.”
- For him: “You’re really a special guy—I’ve been distracted all day with thoughts of you.”
- For her: “Hey beautiful—just letting you know I’m thinking about you now, as I always am.”

2

“Just wanted to say I love you.”

A simple and direct message can make your partner’s day. Just sending your significant other a quick note letting them know you love them gives your partner a sense of security about your feelings for them. Send them something like:
- “Quick thing: do you know how much I love you?”
- For him: “I love you more and more each day, handsome.”
- For her: “I never thought I could love someone as much as you, beautiful.”

3

“The thought of seeing you soon is getting me by.”

Tell them that you can’t wait to see them again. Letting the special person in your life know that they’re what you’re looking forward to can make them feel really special. Say something like:
- “Just the idea of seeing you again makes me feel like I could run a marathon.”
- For him: “I can’t wait to cuddle up in your arms tonight.”
- For her: “I’m rushing through all my other tasks for today just so I can see your beautiful self as soon as possible.”

4

“Wish I could be with you.”

Show them that you want to be with them. When you’re apart from your partner, let them know that you wish you weren’t. There’s nothing more romantic than the yearning that comes from a little bit of distance, so say something like:
- “Wherever you are, I want to be there with you.”
- For him: “You’re the guy of my dreams, but I want to be with you every moment I’m awake.”
- For her: “There’s nothing I want more than to spend every second with you, baby.”

5

“Thank you for being you.”

Gratitude goes a long way in making someone feel special. In romantic relationships, it’s important to thank your partner both for being who they are and for all the little things they do. This element of gratitude can drive you both to put more effort into the relationship. Write something like:^{[1]
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- “You treat me so well—thank you, my love.”
- For her: “Thanks for driving me to work yesterday. I’m really grateful to have you as my girlfriend/wife.”
- For him: “I loved what you made us for dinner last night, handsome. Thank you.”

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“You’re the most beautiful person I’ve ever met.”

A compliment lets your partner know they’re appreciated. Studies have shown that compliments light up the same parts of the brain as receiving money does—words can literally feel as good as gold.^{[2]
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- “You’re brilliant, intelligent, and wise—just talking to you makes so happy.”
- For him: “Something I admire about you is that you’re a deeply responsible man. You take of yourself, others, and me so well.”
- For her: “I’m constantly amazed by how kind and perceptive you are. It’s an honor to be able to call you my girlfriend/wife.”

7

“Meeting you has been my greatest blessing.”

They’ll love hearing that they changed your life. Love can transform us into different, better people. Telling your partner that it was they who allowed you to grow can feel extremely deep, profound, and touching. Tell them what their entrance into your life has meant for you:
- “In all my life, you’re one of the best things that’s ever happened to me.”
- For him: “I never hoped that I’d meet a man as decent and beautiful as you, and I never expected how much this love would change me.”
- For her: “You’re the woman that’s inspired me to be a better version of myself, just so I can try to deserve you.”

8

“You mean everything to me.”

Get romantic by talking about how much you value them. Your romantic partner can feel like something totally invaluable, whose presence in your life is deeply important. Tell them this by sending a message like:
- “You’re more valuable to me than priceless gems.”
- For him: “You’re my whole world, handsome.”
- For her: “I’ve waited my whole life for a woman like you.”

9

“Your eyes are shining stars.”

Metaphors highlight your creative side. Using a metaphor—a kind of figurative language that compares your partner to something else—is a great way to sound even more romantic in your messages. Studies have shown that people tend to respond very well to metaphorical compliments, so try these out:^{[3]
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- “You’re my sun, the moon, and all the stars.”
- For him: “A day with you is heaven itself, prince.”
- For her: “You’re my rock, beautiful.”

10

“You’re my soulmate.”

Remind your significant other about how compatible you are. Showing your partner that you’re thinking about what draws you together can make them feel even closer to you. Say something to your partner like:
- “I’ve never felt so close to another person before.”
- For him: “I didn’t know there was a man out there with whom I had so much in common.”
- For her: “I feel like we understand each other on an instinctive level, my love.”

11

“I don’t ever want this to end.”

Let your special someone know you’re in it for the long haul. Demonstrating your commitment to be with your partner in the future shows how much you care about this relationship. Express this to your significant other by saying something like:
- “There’s nothing I love more than sharing this life with you.”
- For him: “You’re the man I want to be with until the end of the world.”
- For her: “For as long as I can remember, I’ve wanted to be with a woman like you. And now I don’t ever want to lose you.”

12

“The best is yet to come, my love.”

Tell your partner that things are only going to get better. Even if you and your partner have been happy together, showing them that you know the future is going to be even better gives them a sense of optimism and joy. It showcases your commitment to the relationship, so say something like:
- “When I think about the future with you, I know things are going to be somehow, impossibly, even better than now.”
- For him: “I want to find out all the things that make you happy and give them to you, handsome.”
- For her: “Loving you has been the most rewarding work of my life, and I can’t wait to get even better at it, my angel.”

13

“The perfect crime: I steal your heart and you steal mine.”

A cheesy message is a charming way to show your love. Not every romantic message has to be serious: love contains a lot of laughter. So give your significant other a smile with a message like:^{[4]
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- “Do you know what my favorite thing in the world is? The second word of this text.”
- For him: “Are you secretly Liam Neeson? I’m taken by you.”^{[5]
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- For her: “I don’t play chess, but you’re definitely my queen.”

14

“Just thinking about our first date at the movies.”

A personal memory feels even more special than a general message. Show your significant other that you treasure the memories you’ve built together by sending them a sweet reminder of one. Your message might look something like:^{[6]
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- “Remember when we went to the beach? I don’t think I’ve ever been happier than when I got to watch the sunset with you.”
- “Just passed by that Italian place we went to for our first date. I was so nervous! And then, so, so happy.”
- “Do you remember our first night together? It felt electric, and I don’t think that feeling has ever gone away.”

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Send a romantic quote.

Being romantic doesn’t mean you have to be original. Poets and other writers have written about love for thousands of years, so borrow from the best. Shoot your partner a text or send them a note saying something like, “Hey, I just read this, and it made me think of you.” Then, include a quote like the following ones:^{[7]
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- “Who, being loved, is poor?” —Oscar Wilde
- “We loved with a love that was more than love.” —Edgar Allan Poe
- “Everything, everything I understand, I understand only because I love.” —Leo Tolstoy
- “Whatever our souls are made of, his and mine are the same.” —Emily Brontë
- “I look at you and I would rather look at you than all the portraits in the world.” —Frank O’Hara
- “In case you ever foolishly forget: I am never not thinking of you.” —Virginia Woolf

Expert Q&A

Question

What is the best time to say something romantic?

Jan & Jillian Yuhas
Relationship Coaches & Boundary Specialists
Jan Yuhas and Jillian Yuhas are Relationship Coaches & Boundary Specialists and the Founders of Entwined Lifestyle. They specialize in helping individuals and couples work on effective communication, healthy boundaries, and lifestyle wellness. They have also been featured on media outlets such as Yahoo Lifestyle and Bustle. Jan and Jillian both hold a BA in Psychology from The University of Illinois at Chicago and an MA in Marriage and Family Therapy from The Adler School of Professional Psychology.

Jan & Jillian Yuhas

Relationship Coaches & Boundary Specialists

Expert Answer

It's best to share your deepest feelings when you feel that you and your boyfriend have a consistent, strong connection. Wait to say something until you and your BF are doing something positive together, like going on a date, cuddling on the couch, or being intimate.