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?

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? Published on February 8, 2025 → Survey conducted on February 8, 2025 on 4023 U.S. adults

All 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%

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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