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writes:Does love and luv have the same meaning?When a guy tells you he loves u is it more stronger than when he says i luv u? Or are they the same?It sounds the same but when you text it differently are the feelings behind it not as strong?
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reader, TasteofIndia +, writes (18 April 2010):
 Well, to the average woman, I would think that "love" means more than "luv". I mean hey, putting the extra effort into spelling something right and making it a REAL WORD, that counts for something.
But to a guy, it may just be the exact same thing/word. I luv you, I love you, what's the difference? Semantics, semantics.
Depends on the guy, but either way - it's a good sign! Always good when someone loves/luvs you, right?
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reader, foley87  +, writes (18 April 2010):
Hi there. Personally, if I was texting a girl saying I love her, I would always spell it as 'love' because I think it has a deeper meaning than just 'luv'. It all depends on the feelings and emotion you have toward someone, I think.
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reader, GettingHelp  +, writes (18 April 2010):
Luv and Love are generally considered to be different but the only person who can tell you is whoever texted it to you.
I *Love* my current boyfriend who has been around for a while now, and my best friend has been in a relationship with a guy for two years and they *Love* each other.
But another one of my friends started dating a guy last month and they *luv* each other.
Generally *love* is deeper and longer lasting. I wouldn't say forever because I know that my relationship with my boyfriend won't last, but I really do *love* him. And it is the same with my friend and her bf.
My previous boyfriend who I felt strongly about but didn't feel as safe with or trust as much was some who I *luv*ed and it's not just in retrospect.
If you can't say it outloud to them, to their face and KNOW that they will say it back then it's only *luv* but if you trust them deeper than you've ever trusted someone before, you can say it to them out loud without too much fear then its probably *love*.
But like I said: it changes from person to person - but that's what iis universally accepted (I think).
Whoever it is they do have deep feelings for you and if its by text, it is generally very deliberate - neither of the two are said lightly between members from opposite sexes or those that *may* be romantically interested (same sex stuff here too!)... Good Luck
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reader, anonymous, writes (18 April 2010): They're usually used very differently - 'luv' is informal and used between friends. 'love' is usually used more seriously.
However you're probably reading too much into things. I note you're very young - there's no way until you're in your late teens / twenties that you'll really tell if you're in love. Anything else is your hormones or a crush! The number of first relationships that last should tell you that.
Treat the text for what it is - a friendly hello from someone who obviously likes you! :-)
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reader, LilPixie  +, writes (18 April 2010):
 In general when texting, yes, love would be a stronger emotion than luv.However, it doesn't apply to everyone. I know a few people who will always write I LUV U simply because it's text language not because they don't have as strong emotions for that person than anyone else. Only way to know for sure would be to ask him.
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reader, anonymous, writes (18 April 2010): personally i feel it's stronger when you say 'love' rather than 'luv'- i say 'luv' to all of my guy friends, but only my boyfriend gets the real spelling
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