Besé (en. Kissed)

/beˈse/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
The action of touching someone or something with the lips as an expression of affection or greeting.
Yesterday I kissed my mother before leaving.
Ayer besé a mi madre antes de irme.
To give a kiss as a courtesy.
I always kiss my grandparents when I visit them.
Siempre beso a mis abuelos cuando los visito.
To express love or affection through a kiss.
He kissed me tenderly on the forehead.
Él me besó con ternura en la frente.

Etymology

It derives from the Latin 'basiare', which means 'to kiss'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to give a kiss
To make a gesture of affection by touching another person with the lips.
dar un beso
stolen kiss
A kiss that is given unexpectedly.
beso robado
goodbye kiss
A kiss that is given when parting from someone.
beso de despedida

Related Words

kiss
The act of kissing.
beso
to kiss
To perform the action of giving a kiss.
besar
kissing
The action of giving many kisses.
besuqueo

Slang Meanings

Kiss on the mouth
They shared a very passionate kiss.
Se dieron un bese muy apasionado.
Light or quick kiss
He gave her a fleeting kiss on the cheek.
Le dio un bese fugaz en la mejilla.