You like him, and you're hoping he has the same feelings for you, too. Hanging out with him is such a pleasure, and you always have a great time together. It's easy to tell that he enjoys your company, but how do you know if he only likes you as a friend?
Not knowing whether or not someone you like has feelings for you can be agonizing. One way to know for sure if he likes you as more than just a friend is if he shows some signs he wants to kiss you. You won't need to find the courage to ask him outright. If he wants to kiss you, it will be clear how he feels about you.
Here are 10 ways to tell if a guy wants to kiss you.
He's Acting Flirty
If he usually behaves one way and then all of a sudden seems to act differently (in a smiley, giggly kind of way), then he's flirting with you! His attention is undividedly on you. His eyes are filled with the look of happy mischief, because he has kissed you on his mind.
He Stares at Your Lips
As you speak to him, he stares at your mouth or keeps glancing down at your lips. He might be doing it deliberately, hoping that you'll get the hint that he wants to plant one on you. Or, he might not even know that he's doing it. But because he's thinking about kissing you, his focus will keep going to your lips.
He Makes a Comment About Your Lips or Mouth
He might also make a comment about your lips, such as, "You've got the cutest lips" or "What's the color of this lipstick you're wearing?" This is one of the sure signs a guy wants to kiss you. He definitely likes you and is going to make his move soon.
Lingering Eye Contact
He doesn't just look at you, but he gazes into your eyes. If the guy you like starts looking at you the same way you look at a chocolate-covered donut (if you're into that sort of thing), then you can be positive that he likes you as more than just a friend.
He Makes Physical Contact
If he's planning on kissing you, he might break the ice by touching you a little in subtle ways. A stroke of your arm, a hand on the cheek, and even a one-armed side hug are all ways he will get you used to making contact with him before he gets even closer.
He Seems a Little Nervous
He might normally be confident around you, but if he starts acting nervous, clumsy, or distracted, it may be one of the signs he wants to kiss you. He might have a feeling that you like him, but his not knowing for sure might make him afraid of your reaction when he does try to kiss you. So don't be surprised if he seems to have lost his confidence all of a sudden.
He Falls Silent Suddenly
Falling silent is a similar sign of nervousness before an impending kiss. He's probably busy thinking about how, where, or when he's going to make his move. He might be thinking, "Is this the perfect moment for our first kiss?"
Building up the courage to finally show a girl how you feel can be scary. It's no wonder he's lost in his thoughts.
His Voice Softens
Psychologists say that when a guy starts using a softer tone of voice, it is one sign that he wants to kiss you. For some reason, whispered voices go along with passion and proximity. I mean, speaking loudly or abruptly isn't sexy, is it? So it makes sense.
If his tone of voice changes, know that he's attracted to you and wants to kiss you.
He Licks His Lips
Have you ever been kissed by dry lips? It's tragic and completely kills the sensuality. He knows this, too, which is why he'll lick them in preparation. The sweetest, sexiest kisses are from moisturized and supple lips. When he licks his lips, you probably should lick yours also - if your lips are not already in peak kissable condition!
He Gets Closer and Leans into You
You know he's unmistakably making his move when he gets closer to you. Kissing from a distance is, well, impossible. Even a few inches too many between you will make kissing uncomfortable.
If he has repositioned himself to be closer to you, he's definitely planning something, and when he starts to lean in, you'll know exactly what it is.
Summary
Knowing if a guy has feelings for you might not always be easy. But if he does want to change the status of your friendship, one of the ways you'll know for sure is if he shows signs he wants to kiss you.
So, if you notice any of the signs described above, all you have to do is be prepared for your first kiss and your new romance.