That’s a tricky comparison because it mixes different kinds of love.
In a healthy life, it’s not really “either/or”:
A mother or father represents family love—the people who raised you, shaped you, and are part of your origin.
A wife or husband represents chosen love—the person you build your life and future with.
So it’s not about who is “more lovable,” but about different kinds of love that both matter deeply in different ways.
If you’re asking who comes first in priority, many people would say:
Parents deserve deep respect and care
A spouse becomes your closest life partner for building a shared future
But real love isn’t a competition—it’s about balance, responsibility, and commitment in different roles.
So here’s a better question:
How do you balance love between family and your life partner without neglecting either?