Labios (en. Lips)

/ˈla.βjos/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Each of the soft parts that form the edge of the mouth.
She smiled, showing her red lips.
Ella sonrió mostrando sus labios rojos.
Area of the mouth where some beauty treatments can be applied.
She applied a new lipstick to her lips.
Se pintó los labios con un nuevo lápiz labial.
The organ associated with producing sounds when speaking.
He moves his lips while singing a song.
Él mueve los labios al cantar una canción.

Etymology

From Latin 'labium', meaning 'edge' or 'lip'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to kiss the lips
Act of touching with the lips in a loving or romantic way.
besar los labios
sealed lips
Person who keeps a secret or does not speak about a topic.
labios sellados
honey lips
Referring to very attractive or seductive lips.
labios de miel

Related Words

lip
Each of the fleshy edges of the mouth.
labio
mouth
Opening through which food is ingested and sounds are produced.
boca
smile
Expression of joy that involves moving the lips.
sonrisa

Slang Meanings

Sensual lips
She has sensual lips that attract everyone.
Ella tiene unos labios sensuales que atraen a todos.
Fish lips
That girl has fish lips; they are very thick.
Esa chica tiene labios de pescado, son muy gruesos.