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    Coquetería (en. Coquetry)

    /ko.ke.te.'ɾi.a/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Act or thing done to seduce or attract someone.
    He liked her coquetry, but he wasn't fooled.
    Le gustaba su coquetería, pero no se dejaba engañar.
    Lack of seriousness in dealings, which can suggest frivolity.
    The flirtation during the discussion undermined her credibility.
    La coquetería en la discusión le restó credibilidad.
    Behavior of flirtation or seduction.
    Her coquetry was evident in every conversation.
    Su coquetería era evidente en cada conversación.

    Etymology

    It comes from the French 'coquetterie', which means 'the attitude of a flirt'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    subtle coquetry
    Discreet actions that indicate romantic interest.
    coquetería sutil
    to flirt
    To act in a seductive or provocative manner.
    hacer coquetería

    Related Words

    flirting
    The act of flirting.
    coqueteo
    flirt
    A person who flirts.
    coqueta
    flirty
    One who exhibits flirtatious behaviors.
    coqueto

    Slang Meanings

    Light seduction play.
    She's always in her coquetry when she goes out to party.
    Ella siempre está en sucoquetería cuando sale de fiesta.
    Playful and seductive behavior.
    Her coquetry has become her personal trademark.
    Su coquetería ya se ha convertido en su sello personal.