beso
everyday
In Mexican Spanish beso means "kiss", and it is spelled and said the same as in other Spanish. A small, tender kiss is a besito.
Meaning: a kiss (noun)
Ways to say it
| Mexican | Note |
|---|---|
| beso | everyday |
| besito | affectionate |
Mexicans greet friends and relatives with a quick kiss on the cheek, and people say un beso or besos when ending a message or a call to someone close.
Which one should you use?
The ending -ito makes a word smaller and warmer, so besito is the usual form with children and loved ones.
How does it change in a sentence?
It is a masculine noun. The verb is besar, and darle un beso a alguien means "to give someone a kiss".
Did you know?
- In Mexico mijo and mija, short for mi hijo and mi hija, are common warm words used with children and even adults.
Examples in context
- Dame un beso.Give me a kiss.
- Te mando un besito.I send you a little kiss.
- Muchos besos para la familia.Many kisses to the family.
Example conversation
Abuela says goodbye to her grandson Mateo at the door.
- AbuelaDame un besito, mijo.Give me a little kiss, dear.
- MateoAquí tienes, abuela. Te quiero.Here you go, grandma. I love you.
- AbuelaCuídate mucho.Take good care.
