Do you have a crush on a guy but can’t tell if he likes you back?
It can be so frustrating trying to figure out if a guy has romantic feelings for you.
Even when you think he likes you, he may be hiding his real feelings.
Some guys have a hard time being open about their romantic feelings.
But there are usually subtle signs and telltale signs that he likes you, even if he won’t admit it.
Here are 7 obvious signs he likes you but is hiding it:
1. He Gets Nervous Around You
One of the most common and clearest signs a guy likes you is if he gets nervous around you.
He may stumble over his words, fidget, laugh more or avoid eye contact.
This happens because he wants to impress you, so talking to you makes him anxious.
If a guy is normally very confident but seems flustered around you, it’s likely a sign he’s trying to hide that he’s into you.
Don’t take his nervousness as disinterest.
Chances are he can’t help but feel shy and self-conscious when he’s talking to his crush.
His nervous behavior is a subtle but obvious sign of attraction.
2. He Tries To Impress You
A major and telltale sign a guy likes you is if he tries to impress you, especially if he only does these things around you.
For example, he may brag about achievements, wear nicer clothes or show off flashy possessions when you’re around.
He wants you to see the best version of himself. It’s his way of subtly showing you he cares what you think.
Don’t judge him too harshly for showing off.
It’s usually just a sign that he wants you to think highly of him so he can get closer to you.
3. He Finds Excuses To Talk To You
If a guy likes you, he’ll look for opportunities to talk to you and have meaningful conversations.
He may start conversations about random things, text you silly questions or comment on all your social media posts.
These are excuses to interact with you.
He probably spends a lot of time thinking of casual ways to talk to you without revealing his true romantic feelings.
It’s his way of getting closer to you and forming a deeper connection without being too obvious he likes you.
4. He Remembers The Details
When a guy has a crush on you, he’ll pay closer attention and be extra attentive.
He’ll likely remember small details about you, like your favorite foods, interests or stories you’ve told him.
It may seem sweet, but it can also be a sneaky way of showing he likes you without saying it outright.
After all, paying such close attention shows how much you mean to him and how strong his feelings are.
5. He Makes An Effort To Be Around You
A guy who likes you will find ways to be around you, even if he has to get creative.
He may start sitting next to you in class, hanging out in spots he knows you’ll be or going to events he knows you’re at.
His goal is to spend more quality time with you without being obvious.
Don’t mistake his “coincidental” appearances for stalking.
He likely just hopes that the more you see each other, the more likely you’ll fall for him too.
6. He Gets Jealous When You’re With Other Guys
If a guy likes you romantically, he’ll get territorial and show obvious jealousy when other men are around.
Signs of jealousy like tensing up, making snide remarks or staring daggers at the other guy are all signs he has deeper romantic feelings.
He may not come out and say he wants you for himself, but his body language makes it clear.
Just be aware that excessive jealousy is unhealthy.
A good guy will keep it under control and not try to control who you interact with.
A little jealousy can be a sign he wants an exclusive relationship.
7. His Friends Hint That He Likes You
Lastly, the ultimate sign a guy likes you romantically is if his friends start implying he’s into you.
They probably know how he feels even if he won’t admit it himself.
Pay attention if his friends tease him about you, ask if you’re coming to hang out or make any other suggestions that he’s talking about you.
If they’re trying to hook you two up, it’s because they know he already likes you as more than a friend.
