baiser
kiss (noun)
Beginner Noun Masculine
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Pronunciation
/bɛ.ze/
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Cultural Note
Be careful: as a noun, 'un baiser' means 'a kiss,' but as a verb, 'baiser' has taken on a vulgar meaning in modern French. To say 'to kiss,' use 'embrasser' instead. The famous painting 'Le Baiser' by Rodin remains one of the most iconic representations of romantic love.
📝 Example Sentences
Il lui a donné un doux baiser sur la joue.
He gave her a gentle kiss on the cheek.
Leur premier baiser était magique.
Their first kiss was magical.