Dame un beso
everyday, Mexico
The basic way to ask for a kiss is Dame un beso. Mexicans often soften it to Dame un besito, which sounds sweet and playful. It is also called Dame un abrazo.
Meaning: request for a kiss (phrase)
Ways to say it
| Mexican | Note |
|---|---|
| Dame un beso | everyday, Mexico |
| Dame un besito | affectionate |
| Dame un abrazo | hug instead |
Parents say it to children, couples say it to each other and grandparents say it at greetings and goodbyes.
How does it change in a sentence?
The phrase uses the informal tú command Dame. With someone you address as usted you would say Deme un beso, but this is rare.
When do people say it?
In Mexico friends and family greet each other with a single kiss on the right cheek, so the phrase is also part of a normal hello.
Did you know?
- Adding -ito to beso is typical Mexican affection, as the diminutive makes the request warm and light.
Examples in context
- Dame un beso antes de irte.Give me a kiss before you go.
- Dame un besito, mi amor.Give me a little kiss, my love.
- Abuela, dame un beso.Grandma, give me a kiss.
Example conversation
Mom Gaby says goodbye to her son Emilio at the school door in Guadalajara.
- GabyDame un besito y pórtate bien.Give me a little kiss and behave.
- EmilioYa, mamá, me da pena.Mom, I am embarrassed.
- GabySolo uno. Te quiero.Just one. I love you.
