Why should a woman date a short guy?

Question

JershTheDud · Accepted Answer

So you're saying that you wouldn't date Peter Dinklage?

Listen, before I start a rant, let me put it this way. If you really don't like short guys, don't try leading them on or giving them hints, as well as clear indication that you only want to be friends.

Now that that is over. What you're asking is like me asking "why should I date a woman with a flat body", "why should I date a woman that is 200+ pounds"? A lot of people would scream over the simple question.
HOWEVER.
I myself find this question repulsive. I live in a town where I am actually a short anomaly, only standing 5'6 while everyone else is like, 6'! Much unlike the questions I posed earlier, I feel as if the height is completely unfair to throw at a guy.

Here is why it is unfair; women can easily get plastic surgery to fix the issue of being flat chested, or they can lose weight, and make themselves better.

Now, what about a short guy? He can't really do much at all about his situation. As far as my knowledge, he is stuck the way he was born.

Actual story, I had a co-worker who has a wife taller than him, and he is shorter than me. When she talked to me, she told me "don't let women think there is anything wrong with your height. If that is what's wrong, perhaps they are the ones that are really wrong."

Anyways, end of rant, sorry about putting you through all of that. But that is my "Why not?"

Bananaman177 · Accepted Answer

I learned this technique a long time ago, it's a way you can "trick" women into having empathy, all you have to do is reverse the genders in whatever example they give.

So in this case, I would say, "Why should a man date a tall* woman?"

A woman's natural inclination to have empathy for and leap to the defense of her fellow woman is now subverted. She wants to say, "How dare you ask such a sexist question! How dare a man judge a woman for her height! Tall women have just as much value as partners, blah blah blah," but at the same time, she inadvertently sees her own original question from the perspective of men. A jarring experience, no doubt.

*note that in this example I also reversed the conditions, from a short man to a tall woman. This isn't necessary, but I think it illustrates the point a bit more effectively since tall women really do face discrimination in the same way (although nowhere near the same extent) as short men.

You have to use trickery to get women to see men as fellow humans worthy of respect. They have all been brought up to view men only as an abstract concept. They can't understand a man's emotions so they assume he has none. You see this everywhere.

Daisy007 · Accepted Answer

I meaaan height aside and being logical I'd say bc you can get along w/ them really well same as you would with a tall guy 😆😅 they're both "human" afterall... If you talk to him & get along well and feel a connection thennn y not? I honestly wouldn't BUT it's only bc I'm tall and wouldn't feel comfortable dating a short guy I'm 5'6 BUT i'm not saying he has to be 6'0 ft or above as long as he's taller then me & I feel a connection IDC

AlienParasite · Accepted Answer

Should? There's no obligation for anyone to date anyone.

However, I'm from a different culture in which height is not given that much importance and I can't stop to be amazed by this sort of fetichism some girls show for height. It's hard to understand for anyone outside that fetichism how height can be an immediate deal breaker when the rest of qualities are quite attractive.

emmily2396 · Accepted Answer

Why did you use 'should'? Nobody has an obligation to date anyone.
I guess you meant 'would', and the answer depends on the woman. She may like shorter guys, she may overlook his height due to other traits he has or she is a gold digger and he is rich

Avicenna · Answer

Maybe because he is a great guy and offers everything she wants?

Anonymous · Answer

Because height has no effect on attractiveness, personality, health, or anything other than the size of the body. Completely disreguarding someone just because of their height is pretty close minded. What if the person has all the qualities you are looking for in a romantic partner, but they are too tall or short in your personal opinion so you decide not to give them a chance. You could have had a really amazing connection with them but passed it up simply because of your own insecurities or biased assumptions about people with unusual height. This goes for both genders. I have heard people say that they think tall women are too intimidating and masculine or that short men aren't strong and can't be protective. When in reality all of those things have nothing to do with height. I know plenty of passive cowardly tall men and aggressive short women. People of all heights can have all sorts of personalities. If you want to have the best chance at finding someone compatible, you shouldn't let your own insecurities or bias effect your opinion of a person simply because of a small factor like height. I really don't see why people care about it so much.

EmbraceThePain · Answer

In my opinion, no one in reality cares who you’re dating. You’re still going to have to deal with a mortgage, you still have to wait in line at the grocery store, you still have to work, you still have to follow laws, etc. In my opinion, too many people have too much in their lives to worry about you dating a man shorter than yourself. If you’re attracted to a man, shorter or not, then that’s okay. If you want to date a man that’s shorter than you, go ahead and don’t worry about what other people think.

LesterJester · Answer

"Why should a woman date a short guy?"

Because they can go down on you for longer before complaining about back problems?

Why not?

I don't get people who are picky in height, male or female.

I'm like 6'6". To me and my end of the spectrum, everyone is shorter than me 98% of the time. Me judging someone for being shorter than another short person just seems kinda dumb.

If the guy is short, so frigging what?

Do you like the guy otherwise?

Just remember, looks don't last forever. When looking for a long term partner, make sure you don't forget to think about what they have to offer when those looks are gone.

Yours will go too.

Me? Nah I plan on living forever and still look like I'm 6.

Battooot · Answer

Because women have a huge misconception that tallness = strong, safety, protection = attractive.

But the reality is that it is the strength of personality that truly decides all that and not the size. I cannot tell you how many times I've seen spineless tall men being dominated by a stronger more confident shorter men. Do u still feel that same "attraction" when that same tall man who you thought and assumed all those things about him just by looking at his height... ended up being confronted, dominated, and even beaten up by a stronger shorter man right infront of you (because of whatever dispute they had) ? Who feels safer in this scenario now?

Dont ever in your life judge a book just by reading its title and assume you know everything about it already, when it has 200+ pages of content. I find women judge things based on incorrect base knowledge way more commonly than men do. And its like the biggest pet peeve for me.

mattdzz · Answer

If the guy fits the bill in every other category I don't know what difference it would make, or why anyone could make a positivist argument for it. A girl "shouldn't" necessarily date ANY guy, but should at least give a shorter guy a chance instead of running through a string of tall bean-pole fuckboys.

sparkdog · Answer

Well someone has to be taller and someone has to be shorter, so asking this question is like asking why should a man date a short woman? Or a tall woman? Or why should a woman date a tall man? There is more to people than just their height. Maybe he is attractive. Maybe he has a good personality and they have a lot in common. Maybe he works out and has a big dick. Maybe he’s crazy about her and he won her over. Maybe they have been good friends for a long time. If there’s something wrong with a woman dating a short guy, what you’re really saying is there’s also something wrong with a guy dating a short girl.

UncleBumbleF_K · Answer

Well, hight doesn't define how strong someone is. A short man with a suffering skills of martial arts, let's say 5 ft, can take down a guy with 6'4".

Short people have a strong motivation to strong. If they don't become one, the world with run over them. On the other hand, taller one have height on their side, hence, they low motivation to take same step.

You're a woman yourself, you might know this.

SomeGuyCalledTom · Answer

I'm not sure a woman would date a short guy *because* he's short. But she would date him for whatever other qualities he's bringing into the equation.

Honestly, guys getting fixated on height is no better than girls who get fixated on boob size.

Focusing on what you DON'T have is pointless (unless you can actually make a plan to get the thing you want-- which in this case is basically impossible).

Cherokeehp · Answer

Because he could be handsome and/or have a great personality and/or he’s good in bed and/or he has lots of money. Do guys realize that height is not the only trait that women look for in a man?

Cocacolaaddict · Answer

Why should a man date a shallow girl? Honestly its your choice who you want to date but most men want a girl they consider high value someone who will look past their flaws and focus on the inside and if your not that kind of girl you can expect men to do the exact same to you

CubsterShura · Answer

The bigger question is why a woman shouldn't be dating a short guy. What's wrong with having your head a little closer to the ground than the average man when standing straight?

coralee · Answer

Why shouldn't a woman date a short guy? You don't have to date anyone but it just feels like a needless limitation to me. Plenty of short guys have a lot to offer.

SeiferTurtlez · Answer

You go everywhere and you see all those girls saying they won't talk to you unless you're a certain height. Completely unfair at all to us guys.
We can't do something similar to women cos it will be considered insensitive and such. It doesn't seem fair now does it?
We guys can't change how tall we are. So why not just accept it. If you really dont like the fact that we're shorter than dont lead the man on so he won't feel upset. It's a real issue there

Pink2000 · Answer

Who doesn’t love endless shrimp? It’s just a joke by the way. I dated a guy who was 4’11. I have no problem dating a short guy but I prefer to look up to my partner instead of eye level..

Saif16 · Answer

I'm 5'6 and i get more girls "hot ones" than 80% of the guys at my university which are all by the way taller than me in at least 3 to 4 inches.. i guess height doesn't really matter..
Ps: all the "hot girls" are either my height or taller.

SpiderManFan2002 · Answer

Because she's not shallow and loves him regardless of his height?

Pamina · Answer

Because she likes him and finds him attractive, obviously?

loveslongnails · Answer

Maybe he's got a great personality, or a lot money, or a big cock and he lasts a long time in bed? Or... wait for it... maybe she likes the guy and feels good when she's with him? Or some combination of the above?

ThisDudeHere · Answer

We could turn it around and ask why should a guy date a fat woman?

Supernatural_fanatic · Answer

There is no “should” or “shouldn’t”. If she likes a guy then it doesn’t matter his height

RHK36 · Answer

I don't think height matters. If you have a preference for taller guys that's cool, but other females may prefer a shorter male partner.

R4vedave · Answer

Because height isn't a deal breaker for her? Not everyone had the same standards and preferences

MotherEarth2020 · Answer

Why not? Short people need love too. O have a female friend that is almost a foot taller than her husband. Love isn't measured in inches.

EpicDweeb · Answer

Why wouldn't you? What makes a short guy undatable?

Creepazoid · Answer

because she's not shallow and only sees he's good qualities

Anonymous · Answer

Because height shouldn't matter. No reflection on the type of person they are. Same reason guys should date tall women.

Kylekasuboski · Answer

Because it's kinda kinky to some short guys... if they're into that...

NearlyNapping · Answer

I'm short. I'm also better than the tall guy. :P True story.

InfobotsMom · Answer

She shouldn't, she'll feel embarrassed to be with an oompa loompa.

red324 · Answer

Why not? Why should a guy date a superficial broad?

MannMitAntworten · Answer

"Should"? Was there an edict or proclamation saying women 'should' date short men?

Philyouup · Answer

Simply because he could be the best may you ever dated. Last two women I dated were much taller than me. One was my ex wife.

AynonOMouse · Answer

If she is really tall because they both have difficulty/less choices. Other than that, I don't see why they would.

Sabretooth · Answer

i wonder if feminism is the cause of this problem. this is a very shallow and hurtful reason to reject someone. i've never made the connection before-but it fits with what they are all about.

Exorcist_Rampage · Answer

Women should date men she loves regardless of height.

Ray_Lala · Answer

Because she is more intelligent than you to know the man has a better heart and wallet

Babygirl_S · Answer

by the way Sonam Kapoor's short guy (in the pic) has a lot of money~

likemeyou · Answer

If you like the guy don't madder and wtf what everyone else thinks

datgirl · Answer

Well, if she likes hime then she should go for it regardless of his height.

KieranByrne · Answer

A kiss from the guy standing on a pop up step 🤜🤛👌!

iliyahgacha13 · Answer

So they can tease them about how short they are lol jk

johncutler152 · Answer

It just looks weird, and makes the guy look pathetic

Stacy6ft92 · Answer

If you like each other why not. I’m dating a shorter guy.

Cowboy6666 · Answer

That pic is romantic omg... if she likes a short guy, why not...

Naxwi · Answer

Why should anyone date anyone?

AuroraRoseat · Answer

If she is attracted to him, why not?

Anonymous · Answer

Because it's not all about looks sometimes Stacy Keibler, has 41 1/2" legs, and is 5'11", she married a shorter guy, and has 2 kids with him

Anonymous · Answer

An average man is taller than a an average woman. So it is unfortunately for you to find a who is shorter than you

Razal · Answer

If the girl is too tall then she would prefer shorter guy

Anonymous · Answer

because men with smaller stature have smaller hands and can fist you better

lettersletterswords · Answer

Because she likes him?

Anonymous · Answer

He's just as worthy as any other and you'll look like a model next to him!!

Anonymous · Answer

Youd rather date a white guy than a tall black guy. 🤣

nomazi · Answer

Because he can fit in her pocket: duh lol

ZELLxoxo · Answer

Why shouldn't she? What a weird question.

MsElizabeth96 · Answer

They're cute and you can put them in your pocket

Mädchen · Answer

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