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Women don’t always make their interest obvious. Many times, they send subtle signals instead of saying it outright. If you don’t recognize these signs, you might assume she’s not interested when she is.
Here’s how to spot when a woman likes you—but is trying to hide it.
1. She Steals Glances at You
One of the biggest giveaways is eye contact. If she keeps looking at you when she thinks you’re not watching, she’s interested.
How to respond:
- Hold eye contact a second longer before looking away.
- If she looks again, smile slightly to let her know you noticed.
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2. She Finds Reasons to Be Near You
If a woman is always around, even when she doesn’t need to be, she might be interested. She may not admit it, but her actions show it.
Common signs:
- She sits next to you when there are other empty seats.
- She walks past you more than necessary.
- She suddenly shows up where you are.
Women don’t do this for men; they aren’t interested in it.
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3. She Touches You Casually
Physical contact is a significant attraction sign, even if it seems small.
Pay attention to:
- Light touches on your arm or shoulder.
- Brushing against you “accidentally.”
- Playfully pushing you during a joke.
If a woman doesn’t like you, she will avoid unnecessary physical contact.
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4. She Teases You or Challenges You
When a woman playfully gives you a hard time, it’s often flirting in disguise.
Examples:
- She jokingly makes fun of something about you.
- She disagrees with you to see how you react.
- She challenges you to a friendly competition.
This is her way of testing your confidence.
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5. She Mirrors Your Actions
When someone is attracted to you, they subconsciously mimic your movements.
How to test it:
- Take a sip of your drink and see if she does the same.
- Lean in slightly and notice if she follows.
- Cross your arms and watch if she mirrors you.
Mirroring means she feels connected to you.
6. She Laughs at Your Jokes (Even the Bad Ones)
A woman who likes you will laugh more than usual, even when your jokes aren’t funny. It’s her way of showing she enjoys your company.
How to tell:
- She laughs when others don’t.
- She giggles even when you say something mildly funny.
- She leans in while laughing.
7. She Asks Personal Questions
Women don’t ask personal questions unless they’re interested.
Common ones:
- “Are you single?”
- “What kind of girls do you like?”
- “Where do you see yourself in five years?”
If she’s curious about your love life, it’s a strong sign she likes you.
8. She Mentions You in Conversations
If her friends know about you, she’s been talking about you. That means you’re on her mind.
How to check:
- Her friends tease her when she’s around.
- She says, “I was just talking about you earlier.”
- Someone else tells you she brought you up.
Women don’t talk about guys they aren’t interested in.
9. She Plays Hard to Get (But Stays Around)
Some women act distant on purpose. They might take longer to reply to messages or playfully ignore you in a group.
How to know it’s a game:
- She ignores you for a while but then re-engages.
- She teases you and then acts serious.
- She waits to text back but seems interested in person.
If she’s still showing up, she’s interested.
10. She Compliments You in Subtle Ways
Some women won’t openly say, “I like you,” but they’ll give indirect compliments.
Examples:
- “You always know how to make people laugh.”
- “That shirt looks good on you.”
- “You’re different from other guys I’ve met.”
Subtle compliments show she specially notices you.
Final Thoughts – Watch for These Signs
If a woman shows multiple signs from this list, she’s interested—even if she’s not saying it. The key is to recognize her signals and respond confidently.
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Start paying attention to these signs, and you’ll never miss an opportunity again.
Dating Coach Rickard Österholm
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