The first thing to remember is that words alone don’t define intentions. While a married man may say he loves you, understanding *why* he says it requires looking beyond the surface.
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### 1. Romantic or Sexual Attraction
In many cases, a married man who tells you he loves you may be experiencing genuine romantic or sexual attraction. This could manifest as:
* Emotional intimacy: He feels understood and connected to you in a way he doesn’t with his spouse.
* Physical desire: Attraction may play a role, even if he has not acted on it yet.
* Escapism: He may view you as an idealized version of romance or excitement missing from his marriage.
While these feelings can be intense, they are not automatically a reflection of true love in the healthiest sense—they often indicate a desire for something that is emotionally unavailable elsewhere.
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### 2. Emotional Dependency
Sometimes, a married man expresses love out of emotional dependency rather than genuine romantic connection. He may:
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