Spanish Conversation · Level 41
75 words
Spanish word
besito
Pronunciation
IPA/beˈsito/
Meaning
- masculine nounpeck
Example
Ella me dio un besito en la mejilla.
She gave me a peck on the cheek.
More examples
Antes de dormir, le mandé un besito por mensaje.
Before going to bed, I sent them a little peck in a message.
Core concept
A small affectionate cheek kiss.
Common phrases
dar un besito
give a little peck
un besito en la mejilla
a little peck on the cheek
Similar words
beso: Light kiss on the lips or face conveying romantic or friendly affection.
pico: Very short, light kiss made with the mouth, often a quick peck.
Definition in Spanish
Besito es la forma diminutiva de beso que indica un beso pequeño y afectuoso, normalmente breve y dado en la mejilla.
Word origin
From Spanish beso plus the diminutive suffix -ito, indicating a smaller or more tender kiss, with beso from Latin basium meaning light kiss.
Usage tips
- Used among close family and friends as a brief affectionate greeting or farewell and usually avoided with strangers or in formal situations.