I love you, what star do you live on?
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker expresses deep affection by asking a metaphorical question about the beloved's origin or home.
- In plain terms
- I love you; where do you come from?
- What can you take from it?
- Love often makes us wonder about the mysterious nature of others.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you express love?
- Where do you feel you belong?
Another view
The metaphor might confuse someone looking for a direct answer.
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