Spanish Conversation · Level 99
60 words
Spanish word
flirtear
Pronunciation
IPA/fliɾteˈaɾ/
Meaning
- verbflirt
Example
¿Por qué estás flirteando con María?
Why are you flirting with María?
More examples
En la reunión de ayer intentó flirtear con la nueva compañera.
At yesterday's meeting he tried to flirt with the new colleague.
Core concept
Short, casual attempts to show romantic or sexual interest with jokes, looks, or small compliments.
Common phrases
flirtear con alguien
flirt with someone
flirtear por mensaje
flirt via text
flirtear en una fiesta
flirt at a party
Similar words
coquetear: Hints attraction with gentle words or small, flirtatious gestures.
ligar: Makes direct advances in social situations to initiate a romantic or sexual connection.
seducir: Deliberately displays allure and sexual charm to entice another person.
conquistar: Gradually secures affection and trust through persistent courtship and attentiveness.
Definition in Spanish
Coquetear de manera informal y pasajera mediante halagos, miradas o gestos para mostrar interés romántico o sexual.
Word origin
Imported from English flirt and made Spanish by attaching the productive suffix -ear, fitting regular Spanish verb patterns.
Usage tips
- When naming the target, Spanish normally uses flirtear con alguien (está flirteando con ella), and speakers often contrast flirtear (playful) with ligar (more direct courting).