How will South Asian (i.e. Pakistani) men show they really like you?

[Anonymous]

I have been seeing a very sweet Pakistani man for about 4 months now. Our relationship is a little confusing for me. I am Latina and am used to dating Latino/White guys, who tend to be very forward and upfront about whether they are into you (very touchy-feely, flirty). However, this very educated and respectful man of Pakistani descent never even tried kissing me or holding my hand until after 2 1/2 months of dating. Also, he is not very verbal about his feelings and is kinda awkward in public. This in turn makes me nervous about asking him upfront if he's into me. But he calls/texts me a lot and always asks to see me at least 2-3 times a week. And now he kisses/hugs me when we're alone. Does he want something serious with me and how do I move forward? Are there cultural differences in dating?

[Anonymous]

Hi Anonymous,

Pakistani guys come from a very different upbringing. And it is not just the guys, even the girls are different "generally".

To a Pakistani guy who has decent moral values, having a relationship does not mean that he start hugging and kissing. He will also not be very upfront and direct to say that he has fallen in love with you. In fact, for him to say it for the first time may also take some time.

Of course, they are also humans, so at some point they might give in to their temptations. But different guys go to different limits. Culturally, physical relationships before marriage are looked down upon. It all depends what kind of family the guy comes from.

[Wasiq]

Surely its cultural background that's making a difference.Pakistan is a country where men are not direct when it comes to relationships..they love you but they do hesistate a lot to tell upfront that they love you..but trust me pakistani men are those kind of people that can do anything to enthrall their,when they fall in love,they do get fall in love.I am saying this because two of my friends where pakistanis and they overcame all those impediments to get their love with the name of god putting their faith forward..

[Anonymous]

well here it goes, usually guys from India and Pakistan are relatively shy, They are somewhat sensitive to show their affection in public, But if they really like you they shall be OK in private.

That shyness in public comes from years of nurturing as its very rare for Indian or Pakistani guy to see their parents kissing, even after getting married most of them never make out in public. Thus they are somewhat reserve, I hope I answered the question. Wanna know any more , feel free to ask!

[Sakura1116]

My boyfriend from Pakistan he is not sweet but. He told he love me

[Anonymous]

I think they show it directly, at leat the ones l know

[Artemis09]

they will try and purchase you from your father