flirter
to flirt
Beginner Verb
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Pronunciation
/flœʁ.te/
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Cultural Note
'Flirter' was borrowed from English in the 19th century, though ironically the English word 'flirt' may have originally come from the Old French 'fleureter' (to talk sweet nothings, literally 'to flower'). The word has come full circle between the two languages.
📝 Example Sentences
Ils flirtent depuis le début de la soirée.
They have been flirting since the beginning of the evening.
Elle aime flirter mais ne cherche rien de sérieux.
She likes to flirt but isn't looking for anything serious.