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Home » Words » paletear

paletear

A colloquial term in some Latin American countries that means 'to flirt' or 'to court someone'. It's often used to describe the act of subtly showing romantic or sexual interest in someone.

Examples

  • Spanish: Juan está paleteando a Maria desde hace rato en la fiesta.
  • English: Juan has been flirting with Maria for a while at the party.

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