How to Say “Kiss” in Chamorro

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chiku
The Chamorro word for "kiss" is chiku.
chiku is a noun referring to a touch with the lips.
Meaning: a touch with the lips (noun)

Did you know?

  • In Chamorro culture, the concept of a 'kiss' is often expressed through the physical gesture of a forehead touch rather than just the lips.
  • Chamorro is an Austronesian language, but the word chiku demonstrates the heavy influence of 300 years of Spanish colonial rule on the lexicon.
  • While chiku is the noun for a 'kiss', the Chamorro language often uses different linguistic structures to describe the physical action of kissing rather than just using the noun as a verb.

Example conversation

Antonio and Angelica are saying goodbye.

  1. Antonio

    Siñora, chiku muna.
    My lady, a kiss first.
  2. Angelica

    Håy, tåntan chiku.
    Yes, just one kiss.
  3. Antonio

    Si Yu'os åcho'se.
    God bless you.
  4. Angelica

    Si Yu'os åcho'se, Antonio.
    God bless you, Antonio.
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