ligar

to flirt / to pick up

Beginner Verb

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Pronunciation

/liˈɡaɾ/

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Cultural Note

Ligar is the most common word for flirting or picking someone up in Spain. In Latin America, 'coquetear' or 'tirar los perros' are more commonly used. The phrase '¿Has ligado?' (Did you score?) is standard bar talk among friends in Spain.

📝 Example Sentences

Siempre intenta ligar en las fiestas.

He always tries to pick up people at parties.

¿Estás ligando conmigo?

Are you flirting with me?

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Related Words

coquetear

to flirt

Verb

ligue

fling / hookup / date (casual)

Noun

piropo

compliment, flattering remark (especially to a stranger)

Noun

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