buziaki
The Polish way to say "kisses" is buziaki.
buziaki is an informal way to say goodbye or show affection. It is frequently used as a closing in text messages, emails or letters to express warmth. You might see variations like Puszyste buziaki for "fluffy little kisses" or Z całym serduszkiem buziaczki for "kisses with all my heart".
What does it mean word for word?
buziaki is the plural form of the noun buziak, which is a diminutive and more affectionate term for a kiss.
Which one should you use?
While buziaki is cute and informal, pocałunki is the standard, more neutral word for "kisses" and is less common as a casual sign-off.
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
buziaki is an informal term used primarily among friends, family or romantic partners.
Did you know?
- The word buziaki comes from buzia, which means 'mouth' but is specifically used for a cute or child-like face. This makes the word 'kisses' sound more like 'little mouth-touches' than the act of kissing.
- The variation buziaczki is even more 'diminutive' than buziaki, making it the ultimate way to sound extra sweet or childlike.
- While buziaki is sweet, using it with a stranger or in a professional setting would be considered an unexpected social blunder due to its high level of intimacy.
Examples in context
- Buziaki!Kisses!This example shows how to use buziaki as a standalone exclamation.Tatoeba #6160591 by arie, translation #3609942 by xLilithx
- Wszystkiego najlepszego z okazji urodzin! Pocałunki!Best wishes on your birthday! Kisses!
- Wesołych Świąt Bożego Narodzenia! Pocałunki serdeczne!Merry Christmas! Heartfelt kisses!
- Cieszę się, że jesteśmy przyjaciółkami! Puszyste buziaki!I'm glad we're friends! Fluffy little kisses!
- Gratuluję zaliczenia egzaminu! Z całym serduszkiem buziaczki!Congratulations on passing the exam! Kisses with all my heart!
- Dziękuję za miły wieczór! Całuski!Thank you for a lovely evening! Kisses!
- Przesyłam buziaki dla całej rodziny.I send kisses to the whole family.
Example conversation
Agnieszka and Krzysztof are texting each other before bed.
- AgnieszkaDobranoc, Krzysztof!Goodnight, Krzysztof!
- KrzysztofDobranoc, Agnieszko. Do jutra.Goodnight, Agnieszka. See you tomorrow.
- AgnieszkaBuziaki!Kisses!
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
