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    Bebe (en. Baby)

    /beˈβe/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Human creature from birth until approximately two years of age.
    The baby began to laugh when tickled.
    El bebé empezó a reír cuando le hicieron cosquillas.
    Person who has a tender or unnecessarily dependent attitude.
    He acts like a baby when he feels insecure.
    Él actúa como un bebé cuando se siente inseguro.
    verb
    The action of consuming liquids, especially in relation to breastfeeding or the use of baby bottles.
    She drinks breast milk.
    Ella bebe leche materna.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'bebus', meaning small.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to give a drink
    To provide liquid to someone, especially a baby.
    dar de beber
    at the breast
    To feed the baby directly from the breast.
    a pecho
    drink water
    Expression referring to the action of drinking water.
    bebe agua

    Related Words

    mom
    Mother of the baby.
    mamá
    childcare
    Science and techniques that deal with the care and education of the child.
    puericultura
    baby bottle
    Container used to feed babies.
    biberón

    Slang Meanings

    Affectionate term for referring to a loved one, such as a girlfriend or a friend.
    You are my baby, I will always be with you.
    Eres mi bebé, siempre estaré contigo.
    Used in a festive or fun context, referring to someone who is behaving very playfully.
    Let's have fun, baby!
    ¡Vamos a divertirnos, bebé!