cita a ciegas
blind date
Intermediate Phrase
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Pronunciation
/ˈθita a ˈθjeɡas/
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Cultural Note
While blind dates arranged by friends have always existed in Spanish culture, the concept has evolved with dating apps. The Spanish TV show 'First Dates' popularized blind dates as entertainment. Many Spaniards now consider app-based dates a modern form of 'cita a ciegas' since you are meeting a stranger.
📝 Example Sentences
Mi amiga me organizó una cita a ciegas.
My friend set me up on a blind date.
Las citas a ciegas me ponen muy nervioso.
Blind dates make me very nervous.