The five love languages are five different ways of expressing and receiving love. In which of the following ways do you most prefer to receive love?

Conducted

February 8, 2025

4023 US adults surveyed

Conducted February 8, 2025

YouGov surveyed 4023 US adults

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Gender

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Age

Race

Quality time, such as hanging out together or doing shared activities

38%

Physical touch, including signs of affection, kissing, cuddling, or sex

20%

Words of affirmation, such as compliments or saying "I love you"

11%

Acts of service, such as doing a chore or running an errand for someone

Gifts, including carefully considered homemade or purchased presents

Not sure

16%

The five love languages are five different ways of expressing and receiving love. In which of the following ways do you most prefer to receive love?

Conducted February 8, 2025

YouGov surveyed 4023 US adults

Quality time, such as hanging out together or doing shared activities

38%

Physical touch, including signs of affection, kissing, cuddling, or sex

20%

Words of affirmation, such as compliments or saying "I love you"

11%

Acts of service, such as doing a chore or running an errand for someone

Gifts, including carefully considered homemade or purchased presents

Not sure

16%

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