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besar means to kiss — a common term in Mexican Slang. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: October 17, 2025

🌶️ Mexican Slang

besar

verb • /[beh-SAR]/

to kiss

Example:

Voy a besar a mi amor.

I’m going to kiss my love.

🧠 What does besar mean?

While 'besar' formally means "to kiss" in Spanish, in Mexican slang, it can sometimes take on a slightly different meaning. Generally, it still refers to kissing, but it can be used playfully or with a bit more intensity, depending on the context. Think of it like saying "to lay one on" or "to smooch" in English, implying perhaps a more passionate kiss than a simple peck on the cheek.

📚 Extra examples

  • ¡No manches, lo besé anoche!
    No way, I kissed him/her last night!
  • Se besaron en el cine.
    They were kissing in the movie theater.
  • ¿Te puedo besar?
    Can I kiss you?

💡 Did You Know?

In some Latin American countries, a common greeting between friends and family involves a kiss on the cheek.

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "besar"

Synonyms: dar un beso

🔍 See more mexican slang words

❓ FAQ

How do you say 'to kiss' in Spanish?
The standard way to say 'to kiss' in Spanish is 'besar'.
How do you pronounce 'besar' in Spanish?
It's pronounced beh-SAR, with the emphasis on the second syllable.
How do you use 'besar' in a sentence?
You can use 'besar' like this: 'Quiero besar a mi novia' (I want to kiss my girlfriend).
What is the English translation of 'besar'?
The English translation of 'besar' is 'to kiss'.
Does 'besar' change for gender or number?
Yes, 'besar' conjugates like a regular -ar verb in Spanish, changing its form depending on the subject pronoun (e.g., beso, besas, besa, besamos, besáis, besan).
Is 'besar' common in everyday Spanish?
Yes, 'besar' is a very common verb used in everyday conversations.
Does 'besar' have slang or double meanings?
While generally meaning 'to kiss', 'besar' can have slightly different connotations in slang, particularly in Mexico, implying a more passionate kiss.
Is 'besar' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
The core meaning remains the same, but slang usage can vary slightly. The Mexican slang usage described here might not be as common in Spain.
How do you conjugate 'besar' in Spanish?
Here's the present tense conjugation: yo beso, tú besas, él/ella/usted besa, nosotros/as besamos, vosotros/as besáis, ellos/ellas/ustedes besan.

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