Baisers (en. Kisses)
/bɛze/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
The act of giving a kiss.
Kisses are a way to express love.
Les baisers sont une manière d'exprimer son amour.
Lips touching in a gesture of tenderness.
They exchanged kisses under the starry sky.
Ils se sont échangé des baisers sous le ciel étoilé.
A kiss often symbolizes intimacy between two people.
A first kiss can be a memorable moment.
Un premier baiser peut être un moment mémorable.
Etymology
The word 'baiser' comes from the Latin verb 'basiare', which means 'to give a kiss'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to give a kiss
To make a gesture of affection by touching lips.
donner un baiser
kiss on the cheek
A friendly kiss given on the cheek.
baiser sur la joue
first kiss
The very first kiss exchanged between two people.
premier baiser
Related Words
kiss
The verb that means 'to give a kiss'.
baiser
kiss
A more familiar term for a small kiss.
bisou
Slang Meanings
To give each other a small mark of affection.
They gave each other a little kiss before parting.
Ils se sont fait un petit baiser avant de se séparer.
Quick kiss, often on the cheek.
She gave him a quick kiss before leaving.
Elle lui a filé un baiser express avant de partir.