Ganahan kaayo ko nimo

I really like you

Pronunciation

gah-NAH-hahn kah-AH-yoh koh NEE-moh (approximately)

Word by word

ganahan = to like, to be fond of
kaayo = very much, a lot
ko = I
nimo = you, of you

Meaning and context

This is a natural way to express strong attraction or fondness for someone. It means “I really like you” or “I am very fond of you.” Its tone is romantic and enthusiastic, but it is usually less intense than a direct declaration of love such as “Gihigugma tika.”