besos
plural
To say "kisses" in Venezuela, use besos. The sweeter form is besitos, and muchos besos is a loving way to end a message.
Meaning: plural of kiss, also a sign-off (noun)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | Note |
|---|---|
| besos | plural |
| Besitos | affectionate |
| Muchos besos | sign off |
Besos can be literal or a sign-off at the end of a letter or text. Un abrazo y un beso is a warm closing for family.
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
Among friends and relatives besos or besitos are normal. In a work email, use saludos instead.
Is it said differently in some regions?
Venezuelans often close messages with a mix like un beso or un abrazo for people they know well.
Did you know?
- In Spanish the word saludos is the standard formal sign-off, much like "regards" in English.
Examples in context
- Te mando muchos besos.I send you lots of kisses.
- Besitos a los niños.Kisses to the kids.
- Un abrazo y un beso.A hug and a kiss.
Example conversation
Carolina ends a voice message to her grandmother.
- CarolinaAbuela, ya me voy a dormir.Grandma, I am going to sleep now.
- AbuelaDescansa, mi niña.Rest, my girl.
- CarolinaBesos, abuela.Kisses, grandma.
