love affair

• Romantische oder sexuelle Beziehung zwischen zwei Menschen, die nicht miteinander verheiratet sind, oft intensiv, aber von kurzer Dauer. Kann auch eine starke Neigung oder Leidenschaft für etwas bezeichnen, etwa für ein Hobby oder eine Tätigkeit.

A romantic or sexual relationship between two people who are not married to each other, often used to describe an intense but temporary connection. It can also refer to a strong enthusiasm or passion for something, such as a hobby or activity.

1. Romantic relationshipB2formal

   A romantic or sexual relationship between two people, often secret or intense.

   Liebesaffäre

   • Their love affair lasted for several years.
   • She had a passionate love affair with a painter.
   • The novel describes a secret love affair between two spies.

2. Strong enthusiasmB2informal

   A very strong liking or enthusiasm for a particular activity, place, or thing.

   Leidenschaft

   • He has a lifelong love affair with jazz music.
   • Her love affair with Paris began during her first visit.
   • The country has a love affair with fast food.