adjective

flirty

FLUR-tee

Flirty (adjective) means Inclined to flirt, or having a playful, teasing manner that suggests attraction. Example: “His flirty comments made her blush.”

adjective

Inclined to flirt, or having a playful, teasing manner that suggests attraction.

"His flirty comments made her blush."

"She has a flirty way of talking to everyone she meets."

How to use flirty

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishPlayfully suggestive of romantic interest.

Easily confused with

flirtatious →

Common pairings

a flirty text flirty banter get flirty

Word forms

flirtier comparative, flirtiest superlative

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Etymology

From flirt + the adjective suffix -y.

Rhymes for flirty

dirty thirty

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Frequently asked questions

What does “flirty” mean?

The word “flirty” means inclined to flirt, or having a playful, teasing manner that suggests attraction. In plain terms, playfully suggestive of romantic interest.

How do you pronounce “flirty”?

“Flirty” is pronounced FLUR-tee (/ˈflɜɹti/ in IPA).

How do you use “flirty” in a sentence?

Here is “flirty” used in a sentence: “His flirty comments made her blush.”

What part of speech is “flirty”?

“Flirty” is an adjective.