Language can be so confusing when you don't have the ear or fluency of a native speaker. The slightest change in intonation, accent, or pronunciation can completely change the meaning of a word. Which brings me to the French verb "baiser." Usually it means "to kiss" - at least, that's what all of my vocabulary books and past French teachers have taught me. However, it can also mean "to have sex" in a vulgar fashion (i.e. fuck). I'm not sure if the difference in meaning is contextually determined or if there are pronunciation discrepancies. Because of this, next time I'm in France or speaking to a Frenchie, I'll try to avoid this potential faux pas..
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