mujeriego
/muxeˈɾjeɡo/
The English phrase 'ladies man' is translated into Spanish as mujeriego.
The primary term for a man who is successful with women or pursues many romantic relationships is mujeriego. Depending on the context and tone, you may also use donjuán to describe a smooth talker who is successful with women or the informal Don Juan to describe a man who effortlessly attracts and captivates women. Another informal way to refer to a man who moves easily from one relationship to another is Picaflor.
Which one should you use?
While 'ladies man' in English can sometimes be a compliment, mujeriego in Spanish often carries a more negative connotation of being unfaithful or a womanizer.
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Spain, the slang term Ligón is used to describe a man who excels in seducing women.
How does it change in a sentence?
The word changes its ending to mujeriega if you are describing a woman who is a flirt or pursues many romantic partners. For the plural form, use mujeriegos.
How do you pronounce it?
/muxeˈɾjeɡo/
Did you know?
- In many Spanish-speaking cultures, calling someone a Picaflor is a gentler, more poetic way to describe a man who moves between lovers. It literally translates to 'hummingbird', suggesting a man who flits quickly from one flower to another.
- The term donjuán is a Spanish adaptation of a fictional 17th-century character known for his deceit and conquests.
- If you use the term ligón in Spain, you are using a word rooted in the verb ligar, which originally meant 'to tie or bind'. In a romantic context, it has evolved to mean 'to connect' or 'to hook' with someone.
Examples in context
- Él es un auténtico donjuánHe is a true ladies man.
- Él es un seductor innatoHe is a natural ladies man.
- Él es el típico Don JuanHe is your typical ladies man.
- No se compromete fácilmente, es un verdadero picaflorHe doesn't commit easily, he's a real ladies man.
- Usted es un auténtico donjuánYou are a true ladies man.
- ¡Eres un picaflor de cuidado!You are a real ladies man.
- Él es un mujeriego.He is a ladies man.
- No confíes en él, es muy mujeriego.Don't trust him, he is quite a ladies man.
- Ese actor es un mujeriego famoso.That actor is a famous ladies man.
Example conversation
Elena and Mateo are talking about a mutual friend at a cafe.
- Elena¿Conoces a Julián?Do you know Julián?
- MateoSí, es un gran mujeriego.Yes, he is a real ladies man.
- ElenaPor eso tiene tantas novias.That's why he has so many girlfriends.
- MateoEs verdad, no para de salir.It's true, he never stops dating.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry mujeriego, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
