Beso (en. Kiss)

/ˈbeso/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Action of touching someone or something with the lips.
He gave her a kiss on the cheek before leaving.
Le dio un beso en la mejilla antes de salir.
Demonstration of affection or respect through lip contact.
Kisses are a common form of greeting in many cultures.
Los besos son una forma común de saludo en muchas culturas.
Loving or passionate kiss between lovers.
They melted into a kiss under the moon.
Se fundieron en un beso bajo la luna.

Etymology

From Latin 'bēsum', which means 'kiss' or 'the act of kissing'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to give a kiss
To perform the act of kissing someone.
dar un beso
to kiss someone on the mouth
Action of kissing someone on the lips.
besar a alguien en la boca
Judas kiss
Treacherous or false kiss, referring to a betrayal.
beso de Judas
stolen kiss
Kiss given without prior warning, often surprising.
beso robado
to give a little kiss
To make a kiss that is small or affectionate.
dar un besito

Related Words

to kiss
Action of making a kiss.
besar
to smother with kisses
Action of kissing repeatedly or with affection.
besuquear
little kiss
Small or affectionate kiss.
besito
passionate kiss
Kiss that shows strong desire or love.
beso apasionado

Slang Meanings

Kiss in the context of an informal romantic relationship.
They had a casual kiss during the party.
Tuvieron un beso casual durante la fiesta.
Kiss as a form of greeting in an informal setting.
They greeted each other with a kiss on the cheek.
Se saludaron con un beso en la mejilla.