Quiero un beso
/kjeɾo un beso/from spelling rules
The English phrase "i want a kiss" is Quiero un beso in Spanish.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of the verb quiero (I want) and the noun phrase un beso (a kiss).
Which one should you use?
While Quiero un beso expresses a desire, Dame un beso is a direct command often used in romantic or affectionate contexts.
How does it change in a sentence?
Using the imperfect subjunctive quisiera instead of the indicative quiero in the phrase Quisiera un beso makes the request sound more polite and less demanding.
How do you pronounce it?
/kjeɾo un beso/
Did you know?
- In many Spanish-speaking countries, a social 'kiss' is not on the lips but consists of touching cheeks. In Spain, this 'beso' is usually given twice, once on each cheek.
- The verb querer in Quiero un beso can also mean 'to love', so without context, the phrase can edge toward a much deeper emotional sentiment than just a simple request.
- The word un in Quiero un beso shares a direct lineage with the English word 'one' through the Proto-Indo-European root *h₁óynos.
Examples in context
- Quiero un beso.I want a kiss.Tatoeba #13958979 by mervert1, translation #5853171 by CK
- Estoy encantado de conocerte. Me gustaría recibir un beso.I'm delighted to meet you. I would like to receive a kiss.
- Su compañía es encantadora. Desearía que me dieras un beso.Your company is delightful. I would like you to give me a kiss.
- Te quiero mucho, ¿puedo robarte un beso?I love you so much, can I steal a kiss from you?
- Quiero un beso antes de irte.I want a kiss before you leave.
- No te vayas, quiero un beso.Don't go, I want a kiss.
Example conversation
Lucía and Alejandro are saying goodbye at the door.
- LucíaNo te vayas todavía.Don't leave yet.
- Alejandro¿Por qué, Lucía?Why, Lucía?
- LucíaPorque quiero un beso.Because I want a kiss.
- AlejandroEstá bien, te daré uno.Okay, I will give you one.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries beso, un, CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
