Coqueta (en. Coquette)

/koˈketa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A woman who seeks to attract attention in a suggestive or appealing way.
She is very flirty and always dresses in the latest fashion.
Ella es muy coqueta y siempre se viste con lo último de la moda.
An attitude or behavior that seeks to romantically attract someone.
His flirty way of speaking captivated him from the very first moment.
Su coqueta manera de hablar lo cautivó desde el primer momento.

Etymology

From Old Spanish, derived from the verb 'coquetear'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be flirty
Having a playful and seductive attitude towards others.
ser coqueta
flirty by nature
Refers to someone who is inherently seductive and charming.
coqueta por naturaleza
flirting
The act of flirting or showing romantic interest.
coqueteo

Related Words

to flirt
The act of showing romantic interest in a playful manner.
coquetear
seduction
The process of attracting someone romantically or sexually.
seducción

Slang Meanings

A woman who constantly seeks attention from men.
That girl is a flirt, she’s always talking to several guys.
Esa chica es una coqueta, siempre está hablando con varios chicos.
A person who unintentionally provokes attraction by their way of being.
She doesn't do it on purpose, but she is so flirty that everyone follows her.
No lo hace a propósito, pero es tan coqueta que todos la siguen.