bacio bacio
/ˈba.t͡ʃo ˈba.t͡ʃo/word by word
The English phrase "kiss kiss" can be translated into Italian as bacio bacio.
bacio bacio is an affectionate way to say goodbye, often used in messages or phone calls. Repeating the word twice is a common way to add extra affection and warmth, similar to saying "kisses" in English.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is a reduplication of the noun bacio, which means "kiss".
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
bacio bacio is informal. A common alternative used in messages or at the end of calls to express similar warmth is baci e abbracci, which means "kisses and hugs".
How do you pronounce it?
The pronunciation is /ˈba.tʃo ˈba.tʃo/. It has 4 syllables, and the stress is on the 1st of 4 syllables.
Did you know?
- The word bacio actually has two completely different ancestors. While one version comes from the Latin word for a kiss, another relates to the word for 'shady' or 'dark'.
- In Italy, a social kiss is usually performed on both cheeks, starting with the left. This differs from some other cultures that start with the right.
- Italian has different words for types of kisses, such as bacino, which describes a small, sweet, or quick kiss.
Examples in context
- A presto, bacio bacio!See you soon, kiss kiss!
- Ti voglio bene, bacio bacio.I love you, kiss kiss.
- Buonanotte, bacio bacio!Goodnight, kiss kiss!
Example conversation
Sofia and Alessandro are ending a phone call.
- SofiaDevo andare a dormire, Alessandro.I have to go to sleep, Alessandro.
- AlessandroVa bene, Sofia. Buonanotte.Alright, Sofia. Goodnight.
- SofiaSogni d'oro, bacio bacio!Sweet dreams, kiss kiss!
- AlessandroAnche a te, bacio bacio.To you too, kiss kiss.
Sources
- IPA marked “word by word” joins the Wiktionary pronunciations of each word (bacio) and can differ in connected speech.
- Word origins: Wiktionary entries bacio, CC BY-SA 4.0.
