viele Küsse
In German, the phrase for "lots of kisses" is viele Küsse.
viele Küsse is an affectionate closing used in letters or messages to express love. It is a personal way to end a message to friends or romantic partners.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of viele, meaning "many" or "lots of" and Küsse, meaning "kisses".
Which one should you use?
While Herzliche Grüße means "warm regards" and is used in professional and neutral contexts, viele Küsse is strictly personal and intimate.
Is there a formal and an informal way to say it?
viele Küsse is an informal and affectionate way to close a message. It is appropriate for loved ones and close friends.
How does it change in a sentence?
The word Küsse is the plural form of Kuss.
Did you know?
- The word Kuss shares a distant linguistic root with the English word 'kiss', both descending from an ancient Proto-Indo-European root describing the sound of a sucking noise.
- While viele Küsse is used in writing, the physical act of giving 'lots of kisses' as a greeting is rare in Germany compared to the common double-cheek kiss found in France.
- While viele Küsse is for writing, the German language has a specific word, Luftkuss, for a 'blown kiss' sent through the air.
Examples in context
- Ich schicke dir viele Küsse.I am sending you lots of kisses.
Example conversation
Lukas is sending a sweet text message to Sarah before bed.
- LukasGute Nacht, meine Liebe.Good night, my love.
- SarahSchlaf gut, Lukas!Sleep well, Lukas!
- LukasViel Liebe und viele Küsse.Lots of love and lots of kisses.
- SarahDanke, ich liebe dich auch.Thank you, I love you too.
