dar el paso
to make a move / to take the leap
Intermediate Phrase
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Pronunciation
/daɾ el ˈpaso/
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Cultural Note
'Dar el paso' in dating means to move from flirting to action — whether that's asking someone out, going for the kiss, or defining the relationship. Friends often encourage each other with '¡Da el paso!' (Go for it!). It reflects the importance Spanish culture places on boldness and initiative in romance.
📝 Example Sentences
Si te gusta, tienes que dar el paso.
If you like her, you have to make a move.
Por fin dio el paso y la besó.
He finally made a move and kissed her.