When does 好き mean "like" and "love"?

[-悪魔-]

I've seen 好き used for both liking someone and loving someone... such as if I say メーリちゃんが好きです, does that mean I love Mary or like Mary? Its an important difference I need to figure out...

 

[Elizabeth]

Well, alright, if the impact on your life and well-being is going to be that crucial.....better check this out first

How do you say "I love you" in Japanese...? | Japan Forum

 

[-悪魔-]

Thanks, that thread answered my question quite well.

 

[Elizabeth]

Of course you can still use "suki" for like as well....it just depends on the context and your intonation/expression, really.