love affair

• Relation romantique ou sexuelle entre deux personnes qui ne sont pas mariées l'une à l'autre, souvent utilisée pour décrire une liaison intense mais temporaire. Peut aussi désigner un fort engouement ou une passion pour quelque chose, comme un hobby ou une activité.

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.

   liaison amoureuse

   • 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.

   passion

   • 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.