kubusiana
koo-boo-see-AH-nah
How to say it
Swahilikubusianakoo-boo-see-AH-nahsoon
Englishto kiss (each other)soon
Frenchs'embrasser
Meaning
Said of two people who kiss one another, in greeting or in love.
Good to know
The reciprocal of kubusu, to kiss, with a plural subject: bibi na bwana harusi walibusiana, the bride and groom kissed.
Examples
- Bibi na bwana harusi walibusiana mbele ya wageni.The bride and groom kissed in front of the guests.
- Marafiki hao walibusiana shavuni walipokutana.The friends kissed each other on the cheek when they met.
- Katika filamu, wapenzi hao walibusiana mwishoni.In the film, the lovers kissed at the end.
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