In Japanese, "my love" can be expressed in different ways depending on the level of intimacy and the relationship. A common and affectionate way is 私の愛 (watashi no ai), which translates directly to "my love." However, this phrase is rarely used in everyday speech and is more poetic or formal. In a romantic context, people might use 愛しい人 (itoshii hito), meaning "beloved person," or simply use endearing terms like 恋人 (koibito) for "lover" or ダーリン (daarin), borrowed from English as "darling." For a softer, more personal expression, partners often use nicknames or terms like 好きな人 (suki na hito), meaning "the person I like/love," or just refer to their partner's name with a term of endearment. Japanese culture tends to convey love subtly, focusing more on actions than explicit declarations, so words like these are often paired with gestures or context to express affection.