How to write 亲爱的
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HSK level
HSK 5亲爱的 is written entirely with characters at HSK 5 level or below. An advanced band: enough to read newspapers and watch films.
亲爱的 in a sentence
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亲 爱 的 ，我 在 这 里 。My love, I'm here.
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亲 爱 的 ，生 日 快 乐 。Happy birthday, my love.
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亲 爱 的 ，我 想 你 了 。My love, I miss you.
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谢 谢 你 ，亲 爱 的 。Thank you, my love.
亲爱的 vs 宝贝 vs 爱人
Similar and easily confused words, and how they differ.
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宝贝 bǎo bèi darling; baby
More intimate or playful 'darling' — for partners and kids; also literally 'treasure'.
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爱人 ài rén spouse
In mainland usage 爱人 means 'spouse' — a formal way to refer to your partner, not a pet name.