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"Besos" is a form of "besos", a plural noun which is often translated as "kisses". "Un fuerte abrazo" is a phrase which is often translated as "a big hug". Learn more about the difference between "un fuerte abrazo" and "besos" below.
un fuerte abrazo(
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)A phrase is a group of words commonly used together (e.g., once upon a time).
a. a big hug
Cuando volvieron a verse después de tantos años, los dos hermanos se dieron un fuerte abrazo.When they met again after so many years, the two brothers gave each other a big hug.
2. (farewell)
a. best wishes
Te llamaré en cuanto llegue a Madrid. Un fuerte abrazo, Juan.I'll call you as soon as I am in Madrid. Best wishes, Juan.
b. regards
Muchas gracias por la información que me enviaste. Un fuerte abrazo, Irene Martínez.Thanks very much for the information you sent. Regards, Irene Martinez.
c. love
Estoy deseando verte. Un fuerte abrazo, Maribel.I'm so looking forward to seeing you. Love, Maribel.
d. take care
Fue estupendo pasar la tarde contigo. Un fuerte abrazo, Carmen.It was great to spend he afternoon with you. Take care, Carmen.
e. a big hug
Me alegra que hayamos hablado por teléfono. Espero verte pronto. Un fuerte abrazo.I'm glad we spoke on the phone. I hope to see you soon. A big hug.
los besos(
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sohs
)A plural noun indicates that there is more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
1. (gestures)
a. kisses
Las dos mujeres se encuentran por la calle y se dan dos besos en la mejilla.The two women meet on the street and give themselves two kisses on the cheek.
a. love
Mañana te texteo de nuevo para ver cómo estás. Besos, Laura.I'll text you tomorrow to see how you are. Love, Laura.
b. XX (colloquial)
A word or phrase that is commonly used in conversational speech (e.g., skinny, grandma).
Clara me dejó una nota que decía "Hay pollo con arroz en el refri. Te quiero. Besos".Clara left me a note that said "There's chicken and rice in the fridge. I love you. XX."
el beso
A masculine noun is used with masculine articles and adjectives (e.g., el hombre guapo, el sol amarillo).
4. (colloquial) (impact)
A word or phrase that is commonly used in conversational speech (e.g., skinny, grandma).
a. collision
Se dieron un beso los dos coches pero a nadie le pasó nada.There was a collision between the two cars but no one was hurt.
