How to tell if that guy likes you, in 12 signs.
There are some relatively subtle signs that express that a man is attracted to someone.
People tend to be anxious to understand the behavior of others. Many times this leads us to wonder no longer about their observable actions, but about what they are thinking and feeling..
But, despite the fact that some signs are evident, we do not always manage to understand the behaviors of other individuals unless they verbalize their intentions, emotions and feelings.
How to know if a guy likes you
Surely, some times you have wanted to know if that person you like so much feels the same as you do, or you have simply wanted to know if your friend's behavior is just a friendship or, on the contrary, it is attraction..
In this article you can find a series of signs that indicate that a man feels something special for you. However, although these signs are often very obvious, human beings are very complex. Before evaluating this list, you should keep in mind that sometimes you may interpret these clues incorrectly. However, if a guy shows many of these signs, the probability that he likes you is high..
1. He looks at you differently
If a man is interested in you he will look at you in a different way than he does with a female friend. According to a study conducted by the University of Chicago that was led by Dr. Eckhard Hess, when we are attracted to someone, the pupils are dilated, i.e., they become larger.that is, they become larger.
This reaction has nothing to do with the amount of light in the place where the two people are. Undoubtedly, a very subtle signal, but it is a good indicator to know if he likes you. Likewise, other studies show that the gaze of the person who is attracted to you is often directed toward the mouth and lips and maintains eye contact for most of the conversation. contact during most of the conversation..
Smile often
When we are with the person who drives us crazy, we feel good and unconsciously reflect that happiness. The continuous smile is an unmistakable sign that this man thinks about you, because this act expresses that the person in front of him causes him good feelings.
If he likes you a lot, he may even smile for no apparent reason. It should not be forgotten that falling in love and attraction cause the brain to secrete a series of neurochemicals related to positive mood and positive emotions. related to positive and energetic moods: serotonin, endorphins, endorphins: serotonin, endorphins, adrenaline... You can learn more about neurotransmitters and their influence on love in this article: "The chemistry of love: a very potent drug".
3. Wants to spend time with you
Logically, if a guy feels a strong attraction to you, he will try to see you outside of work or school or college, or he will probably ask you out for a drink. But even if he doesn't explicitly ask you, there are also other ways to tell that he likes you.
For example, if you work at a coffee shop and he shows up every now and then just to chat with you, it may be a sign that he's eager to get to know you. When someone really likes you, you become his priority and his mind is constantly thinking about you.
4. He pays attention to you
When someone is attracted to another person, their attitude changes and they pay special attention to you. So, he may give you some pampering, he may listen to you attentively while you talk, he may be gentle... Don't be surprised if on your birthday he is the first one to congratulate you. In reality, although it may seem that their attitude is selfless, when we like someone our interest is to be with that person. There is always some selfishness in romantic love..
5. He treats you differently
He may be very attentive to you but it may seem like normal behavior to you. Then, think about the way he treats others. Is he really the same with them as he is with you?
Obviously, if he likes you, he will usually want you to feel the same way. People are capable of moving heaven and earth for that someone who makes them feel special. He may not be in love yet, but if he really likes you, he'd probably rather have dinner with you than go out with friends.
6. He's always active for you on social media
There's nothing more annoying than chatting with someone on WhatsApp and it takes hours for them to get back to you. Worst of all, when he finally responds to you, he doesn't seem very interested either, which may indicate disinterest.
When a guy is on the lookout to say hi to you on Facebook, talks to you frequently on WhatsApp (except when he's very busy or working) and even talks to you at night from bed, it's possible that these actions reflect his attraction.
7. Bodies align
It seems that when two people like each other, body language speaks for itself. Specifically, the bodies of people who are attracted to each other line up in front of each other.. This is closely related to our tendency to unconsciously imitate the people we interact with; when attraction is involved, this chameleon effect is even more intensified. At least this is what Lisa Daily, author of the book Stop Getting Dumped! states.
8. Leans in when you're talking
A man who is interested in you will not only stare at you and align his body with yours, but, when talking to you, he will lean towards you and not cross his arms and legs defensively, something that tends to be more typical of the male than the female sex. than the female. This is a way of showing affective availability and, therefore, interest in maintaining intimate contact.
9. Your friends know
It is possible, but not certain, that his friends know something about what he thinks. So you can pay attention to different signs if you ever hang out with them too. For example, if they make a joke about the two of you, if he smiles when they see you arrive and he is there, or if they give each other a knowing look.
10. He compliments you
When a guy is interested in you, it is very likely that he listens to you and pays special attention to what he says. But it is usual that, in addition, he left you some messages showing that he finds you interesting.. This is no secret, as most men do this out of cultural inertia. A "you look very pretty today", "this dress suits you" or a "you smell nice" is not something you usually say to someone you are not interested in more than once every few days.
11. Other non-verbal cues
According to David Givens, an anthropologist specializing in non-verbal communication and author of the book Love Signals: A Practical Field Guide to the Body Language of Courtship, there are 4 obvious signs when there is attraction between a man and a woman. They are as follows:
- Raised shoulders are a sign that you are open to a person, it is a way of telling him that he can trust you.
- Pigeon toes, i.e., wiggling your toes inward, is a sign that the person is intimidated by you.
- Palms up is a demonstration of interest, and an attitude of openness and vulnerability towards the other person. It is a sign of relaxation and approachability.
- The arched forehead and slightly bent head is a sign of approachability.
12. Take advantage of any occasion to meet you
There are few more unmistakable signs that this person likes you. If at any possible occasion that person appears where he/she knows you are going to be, you can have a great indicator that he/she wants something more with you.
If you add to that the fact that he/she is always on the lookout and doesn't miss a chance to say hello, share a few minutes or propose plans.... it is quite likely that he likes you.
(Updated at Apr 13 / 2024)