10 Romantic Expressions in Spanish for Dating
Have you ever watched a romantic scene in a Spanish movie and wished you could say those lines yourself? Whether you’re texting a crush, planning a date night, or just adding a little spark to a cozy stay-at-home evening, learning romantic expressions in Spanish is a fun way to take your language skills beyond “hola” and “gracias.”
This vocabulary is more than cute—it’s practical. Knowing how to give a genuine compliment, send a flirty message, or express your feelings builds real‑world conversation skills that boost confidence. For beginner Spanish learners, it’s the perfect quick win because these phrases are short, memorable, and immediately usable in daily life.
In this blog, you’ll learn 10 romantic expressions in Spanish, along with 20+ bonus words and phrases to flirt, compliment, and connect naturally. You’ll also get pronunciation tips and common mistakes to avoid—so you can sound authentic and confident.
Sweet Compliments to Break the Ice
Starting with compliments is the easiest way to make someone smile. Spanish speakers are comfortable giving direct, kind praise, and using these phrases will make your conversations feel warm and natural.
Estás guapísimo/guapísima – You’re very handsome/beautiful
Pronunciation: [ehs‑TAHS gwah‑PEE‑see‑mo / gwah‑PEE‑see‑mah]
Example: Estás guapísima esta noche. (You look gorgeous tonight.)
Beginner Mistake: Don’t forget to match the ending to the person: ‑o for males, ‑a for females.
Me encanta tu sonrisa – I love your smile
Pronunciation: [meh en‑KAN‑tah too sohn‑REE‑sah]
Example: Me encanta tu sonrisa, siempre me alegra el día. (I love your smile; it always brightens my day.)
Beginner Mistake: Avoid translating literally as “I enchant your smile.” Encantar means “to delight.”
Tienes unos ojos preciosos – You have beautiful eyes
Pronunciation: [TYEH‑nes OO‑nos OH‑hos pre‑SYOH‑sos]
Example: Tienes unos ojos preciosos, no puedo dejar de mirarlos. (You have beautiful eyes; I can’t stop looking at them.)
Beginner Mistake: Don’t say ojos bonitas—adjectives for eyes are usually masculine plural (ojos preciosos).
Flirty Phrases for Texting
Once the conversation starts flowing, these playful and light expressions keep the mood fun. They’re perfect for text messages or cozy date nights.
¿Piensas en mí? – Are you thinking about me?
Pronunciation: [PYEHN‑sahs en mee]
Example: Son las 11 de la noche… ¿piensas en mí? (It’s 11 p.m.… are you thinking about me?)
Beginner Mistake: Don’t say piensas de mí—always use en.
Me haces sonreír – You make me smile
Pronunciation: [meh AH‑ses sohn‑reh‑EER]
Example: Siempre me haces sonreír cuando hablamos. (You always make me smile when we talk.)
Beginner Mistake: Keep the reflexive me, or it won’t mean “you make me smile.”
No puedo dejar de pensar en ti – I can’t stop thinking about you
Pronunciation: [noh PWEH‑doh deh‑HAR deh pehn‑SAR en tee]
Example: Desde ayer, no puedo dejar de pensar en ti. (Since yesterday, I can’t stop thinking about you.)
Beginner Mistake: Remember dejar de + verb means “to stop doing something.”
¿Quieres tener una maratón de series conmigo? – Do you want to binge-watch shows with me?
Pronunciation: [KYEH‑res ah‑SER mah‑rah‑TON deh SEH‑ryes kohn‑MEE‑go]
Example: Este viernes, ¿quieres hacer maratón de series conmigo? (This Friday, do you want to binge-watch shows with me?)
Beginner Mistake: Use conmigo for “with me,” not mi.
Romantic Expressions for Deeper Feelings
When the connection grows, these expressions help you communicate true feelings and sound natural while doing it.
Siento mariposas en el estómago – I feel butterflies in my stomach
Pronunciation: [SYEN‑toh mah‑ree‑POH‑sahs en el es‑TOH‑mah‑go]
Example: Cada vez que te veo, siento mariposas en el estómago. (Every time I see you, I feel butterflies in my stomach.)
Beginner Mistake: Avoid tengo mariposas—use siento for “I feel.”
Me vuelves loco/loca – You drive me crazy (in a good way)
Pronunciation: [meh VWEL‑ves LOH‑koh / LOH‑kah]
Example: Tu risa me vuelve loco. (Your laugh drives me crazy.)
Beginner Mistake: Match gender—loco if you’re a man, loca if you’re a woman.
Cada momento contigo es especial – Every moment with you is special
Pronunciation: [KAH‑dah moh‑MEN‑toh kohn‑TEE‑go es es‑peh‑SYAHL]
Example: Gracias por esta noche, cada momento contigo es especial. (Thank you for tonight; every moment with you is special.)
Beginner Mistake: Don’t mix conmigo and contigo—this is “with you.”
Bonus Mini Practice
Fill in the blanks with the correct Spanish word or phrase:
- I can’t stop thinking about you → No puedo dejar de _______ en ti.
- You’re very handsome → Eres _________.
- Every moment with you is special → Cada momento contigo es _______.
- You make me smile → Me haces _______.
- Do you want to binge-watch shows with me? → ¿Quieres hacer _______ de series conmigo?
(Answers: 1. pensar, 2. guapísimo/guapísima, 3. especial, 4. sonreír, 5. maratón)
Speak from the Heart in Spanish
You’ve just learned 10 romantic expressions in Spanish and 20+ bonus words to bring your conversations to life. This vocabulary matters because it turns memorized words into real‑world connections—helping you flirt, text, and express yourself naturally.
The best way to remember these phrases is to practice with a native speaker. At Homeschool Spanish Academy, we make that easy with 100% online lessons, flexible scheduling, and engaging 1‑on‑1 classes with native teachers. Want to learn with a friend or partner? Try our 2‑on‑1 sessions for double the fun.
Take the next step toward speaking confidently and from the heart. Book your free class with HSA today and make your Spanish skills as charming as your new romantic expressions!
Join one of the 40,000 classes that we teach each month and you can experience results like these
“It’s great being able to interact with native speaking people and having a conversation with them not just doing all the work on paper. It’s also an amazing opportunity to speak with native Spanish-speaking people without having to travel to a native Spanish-speaking country.”
– Melanie
“Getting to know wonderful teachers who care about me and my growth in language and education. Evelyn Gomez and Erick Cacao are two of the most extraordinary people I have ever met, and talking with them in Spanish at the beginning of classes is always so fulfilling and greatly contributes to my happiness, joy, and wellbeing.”
– Abby
“I love that my children have the opportunity to speak with a live person. They get to practice Spanish in a 1-1 setting while improve their speaking, writing and reading skills during their lessons. HSA is a great way to learn Spanish for all ages! My children are 6, 9 and 11. My oldest two (9 and 11) have been taking classes with HSA for almost 2 years now. They love seeing their teacher each week. They understand the importance of learning several languages. I’ve seen them grow and learn with HSA. I’m excited to see how they will improve the more classes they take. I highly recommend them. You can’t bet learning and speaking with a live teacher. I’ve tried other programs. It’s just not as motivating.”
– Karie Ann, Parent of 3
Want more free Spanish Vocabulary? Check these out!
- How Do I Help My Child Think in Spanish Instead of Translating?
- Can My Child Speak Spanish If I Don’t? Practice Spanish Together!
- Spanish Conversation Starters for Holiday Shopping With a Friend or Partner
- Warm Up Your Teen’s Fluency: 15 Spanish Phrases to Survive the Winter Season
- Winter Words in Spanish: A Chill-Proof Vocabulary List for High School Beginners
- Cozy Conversations: How to Talk About Winter Weather in Spanish
- Christmas Markets in Latin America: What to Buy—and How to Ask for It in Spanish
- Spanish Phrases You Need for Stress-Free Christmas Shopping—Before You Hit the Stores
- Tamales, Turrón, and Traditions: Christmas Foods That Bring Spanish to Life at Home - January 4, 2026
- How Do I Help My Child Think in Spanish Instead of Translating? - January 3, 2026
- Can My Child Speak Spanish If I Don’t? Practice Spanish Together! - January 2, 2026
