French word

bisou

Pronunciation

IPA/bizu/

Meaning

  • masculine nounkiss

Example

Donne-moi un bisou.

Give me a kiss.

Illustration for bisou (kiss)

More examples

Le bébé a donné un bisou à sa maman.

The baby gave his mother a kiss.

Core concept

A brief, friendly kiss that can be given in person or sent in writing.

Common phrases

  • un petit bisou

    a little kiss

  • faire un bisou

    give a kiss

  • un bisou d'adieu

    a farewell kiss

Similar words

bise: A light kiss on the cheek as a greeting.

Definition in French

Bisou désigne un petit baiser familier, parfois utilisé aussi comme formule affectueuse écrite.

Word origin

Bisou is derived from the French verb baiser, with -ou adding a small or affectionate sense.

Usage tips

  • Bisous at the end of a message is an informal closing for friends or family, not a formal sign-off.

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