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Home » Words » darle paleta

darle paleta

A colloquial phrase in Spanish, often used in the context of flirting or showing affection, which literally translates to 'give lollipop'. It implies giving someone attention, or trying to impress or seduce them.

Examples

  • Spanish: No entiendo por qué Juan siempre le está dando paleta a María, si ella ni le hace caso.
  • English: I don't understand why Juan is always trying to impress Maria, when she doesn't even pay attention to him.

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