What does Bisou mean?

Numunkun, kanubaga jira cogo (Kiss, way to show love) For example: "A ye bisou di n ma ka bɔ. (He gave me a kiss before leaving.)"

Where does the slang word Bisou come from?

Bisou is a slang term from Mali. It is part of the rich slang vocabulary used in Mali and across Africa.

Bisou

🇲🇱 Mali Slang

Added Apr 06, 2026 · 1 definition

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Numunkun, kanubaga jira cogo (Kiss, way to show love)

"A ye bisou di n ma ka bɔ. (He gave me a kiss before leaving.)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Apr 06, 2026

Word Details

Country: 🇲🇱 Mali
Definitions: 1 community definition
Added: April 2026

↻ Similar Words

Bisou 🇩🇿 Algeria

French for “kiss,” used casually at goodbyes among friends (even guys texting might say “bisou” as a playful sign-off). Usage: Gotta go, bisou à tout le monde!

Bisou 🇹🇬 Togo

Petit baiser (Little kiss)

"Donne-moi un bisou. (Give me a little kiss.)"

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🌍 "Bisou" Across Africa

This word is also used in 6 other countries, sometimes with a different meaning.

Bisou 🇩🇿 Algeria

French for “kiss,” used casually at goodbyes among friends (even guys texting might say “bisou” as a playful sign-off). Usage: Gotta go, bisou à tout …

Bisou 🇹🇬 Togo

Petit baiser (Little kiss)

Bisou 🇬🇦 Gabon

Baiser, embrasser (Kiss)

Bisou 🇹🇳 Tunisia

Bisou (Kiss)

Bisou 🇲🇬 Madagascar

Oroka / Fanorohana (Kiss / Peck)

Bisou 🇳🇪 Niger

Sumba (Kiss)