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How to Say "pecks" in Spanish

The Spanish word forpecksis besosA1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.

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besos

NounA1
light, quick kisses
A simple illustration showing two cartoon characters affectionately kissing on the cheek.

Examples

En España, nos saludamos con dos besos en la mejilla.

In Spain, we greet each other with two kisses on the cheek.

Le dio muchos besos al bebé antes de irse a trabajar.

She gave the baby many kisses before leaving for work.

Masculine Plural

Even though the action might be associated with different people, 'besos' is always a masculine noun.

Confusing Noun and Verb

Mistake:Using 'besos' when you mean the verb 'besar' (to kiss).

Correction: Remember: 'besos' is the thing (kisses); 'besar' is the action (to kiss). Example: 'Quiero darte besos' (I want to give you kisses).

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