Different kinds of kisses send different messages and you should thus be very careful to ensure you only send the correct message. So before you go ahead to kiss your friend or partner, know the meaning of that kiss to avoid wrong interpretation.

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Here is a list of seven common kisses and what they really mean;

Forehead kiss

This is a very common kiss and sends the message of affection. Friends share this kiss to show trust and comfort. This kiss involves placing your lips gently on the forehead of the person you are fond of.

Earlobe kiss

This kiss is exclusively meant for intimate people. It involves kissing the earlobe of your partner making them shiver with emotions since it is a very erogenous zone. This kiss could lead to making love since it sparks up the feelings of the one being kissed.

Hand kiss

This is a common kiss among friends and it is usually done by a male to their female friend. It is just a sign of respect, admiration, and affection. The man lifts the woman's hand and gently kisses the back of her palm.

Cheek kiss

The meaning of this kiss varies from one culture to another. In some cultures, it is a way of saying 'hello' while in others it is a way of bidding goodbye. It is also used to signify affection such as when the mother gives pecks to her child on the cheek.

Eskimo kiss

This is done by rubbing your noses together in an intimate way meant to show affection to your partner.

Lingering kiss

This is the kind of kiss practiced by new lovers. It involves locking your lips together passionately for quite some time. It is only reserved for intimate people and can later develop into a French kiss finally leading to making love.

French kiss

This is a very sensual kiss exclusive for lovers who are so intimate with each other. It involves a lot of emotions and tongue activity exploring deep to each other's mouth.