Spanish Conversation · Level 125
59 words
Spanish word
noviar
Pronunciation
IPA/noˈβjaɾ/
Meaning
- verbdate
Example
Llevan dos años noviando.
They have been dating for two years.
More examples
Empezaron a noviar en la universidad.
They began dating in college.
Core concept
Going on repeated romantic dates with the same person.
Common phrases
noviar con alguien
date someone
empezar a noviar
begin dating
dejar de noviar
stop dating
Similar words
salir: Goes out with someone on casual dates or outings to get closer.
enamorarse: Develops strong romantic feelings and gradually falls in love.
coquetear: Uses playful words or gestures to show romantic attraction.
ligar: Attempts to charm or pick up someone to start a romantic or sexual encounter.
Definition in Spanish
Relacionarse románticamente con alguien, participando en citas o mostrando interés amoroso.
Word origin
Noviar forms by adding the verbal suffix -ar to the noun novio/novia, turning 'boyfriend/girlfriend' into the action of dating.
Usage tips
- Often used in Latin America to describe an ongoing dating relationship rather than a single date.