cita
romantic
A romantic date is cita, and una cita romántica makes the meaning clear. To go out with someone is salir con alguien. It is also called cita romántica.
Meaning: romantic outing (noun)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | Note |
|---|---|
| cita | romantic |
| cita romántica | romantic |
| salir con alguien | phrase |
Tengo una cita esta noche tells people you have a date. The word is also used for appointments, so una cita romántica removes doubt.
How does it change in a sentence?
Cita is feminine, so it is una cita.
What mistakes should you avoid?
The word fecha means a calendar date. Saying tengo una fecha does not mean a romantic date.
Did you know?
- Cita is the same word used for a doctor appointment, so Spanish speakers rely on context to tell the two apart.
Examples in context
- Tengo una cita esta noche.I have a date tonight.
- Me invitó a una cita romántica.He invited me on a romantic date.
- Salimos juntos desde hace un mes.We have been going out for a month.
Example conversation
Paula tells her friend Irene about her weekend plans.
- Irene¿Qué haces el sábado?What are you doing on Saturday?
- PaulaTengo una cita con Andrés.I have a date with Andrés.
- Irene¡Qué bien! Cuéntame después.How nice! Tell me afterwards.
