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zaloty — meaning in English

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English meaning

courtship noun The period or process of romantically pursuing someone, usually before marriage.
dalliance noun A brief, playful romance or flirtation, not meant to be serious.

Senses

zaloty is used for these senses in English:

courtship The act of wooing a person to enter into a romantic relationship or marriage; hence, the period during which a couple fall in love before their marriage.
dalliance Playful flirtation; amorous play. [from 14th c.]

courtship — full definition

noun The period or process of romantically pursuing someone, usually before marriage.
noun Behavior used by an animal to attract a mate.

dalliance — full definition

noun A brief, playful romance or flirtation, not meant to be serious.
noun Time spent idly or without purpose.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Related Polish words

konkury flirt