to flirt
1. to behave amorously without serious intent; to engage in light, playful romantic banter or interaction
She was flirting with him at the party.
Ela estava flertando com ele na festa.
2. to toy with an idea or possibility in a casual manner
He was flirting with the idea of changing careers.
Ele estava flertando com a ideia de mudar de carreira.
Flertear is a modern loanword from English widely adopted in Brazilian Portuguese, especially among younger generations. It describes light, playful romantic interactions that are more casual than formal courtship. The term reflects contemporary dating culture and is commonly used in social and digital contexts. In Portugal, traditional terms like 'namorar' are often preferred, making flertear somewhat less established there.
NYC Slang
flirt / mack / shoot one's shot
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