Linking to someone

The Spanish phrase 'ligarse a alguien' is often used in a romantic or flirty context. Despite its literal translation in English being 'linking to someone', it's not typically used in that way. More commonly, this phrase is used to imply that someone is trying to attract, or 'pick up', another person romantically. For example, you might use this phrase when talking about someone trying to get a date at a bar or party. It's also used at times to refer to the concept of 'making a pass' at someone.

Example sentences using: ligarse a alguien

Él intentó ligarse a alguien en la fiesta.

He tried to hook up with someone at the party.

This phrase illustrates an attempt to establish a romantic connection with someone during a social event.

Ella siempre tiene éxito al ligarse a alguien en la barra.

She is always successful at hooking up with someone at the bar.

This example shows a consistent pattern of success in forming romantic connections while out at a bar.

Mis amigos me animaron a ligarme a alguien en la universidad.

My friends encouraged me to hook up with someone at university.

In this context, the phrase highlights the encouragement given by friends to pursue romantic interactions in an academic environment.