I need some dating help?

Ok, so. There’s this guy I’ve been friends with for a little over a year. I’ve liked him for awhile now never said anything. He’s asked questions about why I don’t flirt with him etc. I nvr have an answer.

He’s single and may go on the occasional date.
I am not seasoned in the dating department and I’m nervous for some reason about letting my feelings be know but I really want to let him know at this point.

My friends are saying no man just keeps women around as friends but I truly don’t believe that.

I know chemistry doesn’t mean anything but it’s there and I think our friendship has something deeper to it. & that could be a biased thought.

please don’t be negative for I am really wanting genuine opinions
I need some dating help?
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