Beijos

Beijos is the plural form of beijo in Portuguese, meaning kisses. The noun beijo denotes a kiss, while beijos refers to multiple kisses. In everyday language, beijos is also commonly used as a friendly sign-off in informal written communication, appearing at the end of messages or letters in a way similar to “kisses” or “hugs and kisses” in English.

Etymology and related terms: The noun beijo comes from the verb beijar, which in turn has roots in the Latin basium, and is cognate with similar words in other Romance languages, such as Spanish beso and French baiser. The plural form beijos is formed by the standard Portuguese plural suffix.

Usage and cultural context: Kissing in Lusophone cultures is used for greetings, farewells, or expressions of affection, with variations in formality and social norms across regions. In Brazil and Portugal, beijos as a closing line is a common, affectionate note in informal correspondence and online communications. The term also appears in cultural contexts, where Beijos may be used as a title or motif in music, film, and literature within Portuguese-speaking communities.

See also: Beijo, Beijar, Baiser (related terms in other Romance languages), and the broader concept of kiss in various languages.