Formal:
* 爱 (ài) - This is the most common and general term for love. It can be used in many contexts, including romantic love, familial love, and love for friends.
Informal:
* 喜欢 (xǐhuan) - This means "like" or "love," but it is more informal than "爱." It is often used to express romantic feelings.
Other options:
* 恋 (liàn) - This means "love" or "romance," and is often used in the context of a romantic relationship.
* 情 (qíng) - This means "love" or "emotion," and can be used in a more poetic or literary context.
* 爱慕 (àimù) - This means "to admire" or "to love," and is often used to describe romantic feelings.
Examples:
* 我爱你 (wǒ ài nǐ) - I love you.
* 我喜欢你 (wǒ xǐhuan nǐ) - I like you.
* 我爱我的家人 (wǒ ài wǒ de jiārén) - I love my family.
The best way to write "love" in Chinese depends on the specific situation and the type of love you want to express.