beijinho

[bey-ZHI-nyu]

nounmasculinepl: beijinhos

little kiss; kiss

1. A small, light kiss, often affectionate or casual

She gave him a little kiss on the cheek.

Ela deu um beijinho na bochecha dele.

2. A sweet candy or chocolate treat (in some Brazilian regions)

The party had chocolates and little sweets.

A festa tinha beijinhos de chocolate.

3. An affectionate gesture or token of love

Send him a kiss from me.

Manda um beijinho dele para mim.

NYC Slang

peck; smack

Synonyms

Regional Variations

General Brazilian

beijinho

Most common diminutive form of beijo; widely used affectionately

Rio de Janeiro

beijinho

Common in casual greetings and affectionate expressions

São Paulo

beijinho

Frequently used in informal communication and goodbyes

Portugal

beijinho

Less commonly used than in Brazil; 'beijo' is preferred

um beijinho antes de dormir (a goodnight kiss)

beijinho de mãe (mother's kiss)

beijinhos e abraços (kisses and hugs - common closing in messages)

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