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    S'embrassèrent (en. Kissed)

    /sɑ̃.bʁa.sɛʁ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    The act of kissing, giving each other a kiss.
    They kissed tenderly in the rain.
    Ils s'embrassèrent tendrement sous la pluie.
    To greet with a kiss, often a gesture of affection.
    Upon his arrival, they warmly kissed each other.
    À son arrivée, ils s'embrassèrent chaleureusement.
    To express feelings through a physical act of affection.
    After months of separation, they joyfully kissed each other.
    Après des mois de séparation, ils s'embrassèrent avec joie.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'embrasser', derived from the Latin 'brassare' which means 'to embrace'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to kiss in a hallway
    To give each other a kiss in a confined space, often furtively.
    s'embrasser dans un couloir
    to kiss under the mistletoe
    Tradition of kissing under the mistletoe during the holidays.
    s'embrasser sous le gui
    to kiss full on the mouth
    To kiss passionately.
    s'embrasser à pleine bouche

    Related Words

    to kiss
    The act of giving a kiss.
    embrasser
    kiss
    Physical contact of lips on another person.
    baiser
    affection
    A feeling of connection or love between people.
    affection

    Slang Meanings

    To kiss in a romantic context.
    They 'had fun' kissing during their date.
    Ils se sont 'éclatés' en s'embrassant lors de leur rendez-vous.
    To kiss in a casual or quick manner.
    They gave each other a quick 'smack' before leaving.
    Ils se sont donnés un petit 'smack' avant de partir.