Why do guys take so long to reply to texts? Do they not know it pisses us off? (Page 3)

Question

Guys are so annoying replying so late I know girls do the same but does playing hard to get work with you girls it doesn't with me

Freya_Martin · Answer

Mostly, it depends on two reasons (only that I'd noticed): a) their level of interest in the gal b) whether they have both their hands on the mobile or not.  Cheers 💕

Anonymous · Answer

which guy you're talking about. A Boyfriend should always reply as soon as he can. others I don't think I even reply to girls unless it's necessary. I only reply to my girl. and I reply when I can.

SuperEunuch · Answer

I take a few minutes to reply because I first try to make sure I say the right things. I still end up saying the wrong things though

Trapgawdessshawty · Answer

It could be that they are bad texters or that they just aren't on their phone all the time

Galemead · Answer

I'm horrible at responding so as long as he eventually replies (hopefully within the same day) I'm fine.

Anonymous · Answer

Usually indicates that the person is not very much interested or likes to play games and act like an immature child.

kovalinkie19 · Answer

I would say usually when we fancy someone the time it takes for them to reply is emphasized by our desire for them to reply as quickly as possible.

helpfulguy · Answer

yes they know, most are idiots that thing that it'll make a girl want them more... it's even in one article on wikiHow 😂

Kinkyguy82 · Answer

Maybe some guys are just nervous about texting back, In my case, I try to reply fairly promptly, on the other side of the coin, I've messaged women I've met & gone days without a reply, I think it happens to everyone.

shadow342000 · Answer

because we actually do things other than be on our phones 24-7, most the good guys (the ones you actually want) avoid being on our phones around others more than nessary.

MrSlenderman · Answer

If girls do the same just answer the question from your side and you get your answer i guess. And please dont say that girls should make hard to get while boys dont, thats bulshit

spear17 · Answer

We got only so much time in our life, so we go out and be adventurous, at least we don't leave you on "read" like you do with us

butwhytho · Answer

I just blocked a guy who would continuously hit me up and make plans and before the plans were finalized just stop hitting me up. Then hit me up again. I've realized he's just like this. And when I got mad about it he called me impatient. No you're just acting like a child and can't make legitimate plans. So I blocked him bc the back and forth was endless and pointless. We spent more time making plans and not meeting up then actually meeting up.

Androsexual · Answer

I don't know much what's they do there, but my friend he's text me when his break time or business guys they're answer some question when their break or have some business in toilet, also i am. Maybe we're lost attention, then they haven't business to talk with us.

malitia17 · Answer

by long what do you mean? my ex would flip if I didn't respond in less then 3 mins but she could take alllllllll day if she wanted to. it not urgent. if you need an answer right away, call.

photobinx · Answer

I don't know, sometimes I send a text and throw phone in pocket or car console. dependant on the situation I can sometimes not realize how much time passes. It's not intentional. if it's an important convo, then I may keep my phone in hand. Totally situational.

SapiosexualSeeksSame · Answer

Why do you assume it means playing hard to get. For me, I rarely check my texts except for when I'm on break. And I don't even check them everyday, so If you message me in the morning, I may message you around lunch or at the end of the day, or when I'm going to bed for the night unless I don't check my messages today and respond when I check tomorrow.

virtualryality · Answer

That depends. Are you just getting to know each other and dating? It's a power play so you don't think he's desperate for your attention. Are you in a relationship? He either sucks at texting, doesn't want to talk, or is just busy.

problemchild1986 · Answer

I personally am a fast texter, and also hate when it takes a long time, unless i know she's at work or doing something where it's logical for her not to check her phone a lot

WatchaWannaKnow · Answer

Guys sometimes take a long time bc we don't want to seem desperare. some girls get pissed off if they instantly get a response. it just depends on the girls on if we reply quick or not

ohshee · Answer

usually when I get a text I'm at work and I'm right in the middle of something my hands are dirty and I don't want to touch my phone in the nighttime I usually text right back

Namaste777 · Answer

I promise you, that in most cases it's not meant to piss you off. It's because we calculate our answers very carefully a lot of the time. Especially with the fairer sex. Sometimes it is deliberate. And this is a secret that some guys might get mad for me posting but IDC... Some of us, were taught that keeping y'all in a little suspense, is healthy for the relationship.

Pieterhouben · Answer

for example if ur snapping with a girl and she sends a pic of the ground just the ground with no text guys feel like wtf do i have to do with this shitty pic and he will prob return one like that if you keep sending them he will get annoyed and prob ignore you for an hour or 2 and then reply

Najoub · Answer

it could be a revenge because you take forever to reply, or he's busy, or he didn't notice his phone/it's silent, or very simply: he doesn't wanna reply

robthebank1 · Answer

I always reply as soon as I possibly can because I know I'll forget to otherwise and at least most of my friends do the same even when it's just between friends or anyone the only people I know that ever take a long time to reply to text tend to be women not trying to be sexist just in my experience that's all I've seen

TheMoroccangirl · Answer

No man I respect their space, though if it happens often and I lose my interest completely, they shouldn't ask me why.

JohnDoe3000 · Answer

If he always answered right away you'd dump him for being too available. And you know, some people have stuff to do.

babygirl6 · Answer

I won't say it annoys me, cause I'm hardly ever on my phone and it takes me so long to reply messages.

andren22 · Answer

Cause they are probably Not interested in u or you are always texting at the wrong time. Date. Place. etc...

1995ALEX1995 · Answer

I try to reply as often as I can, but I get busy a lot on days I work.

John_Doesnt · Answer

Because men have more important things to do: like inventing things, making money and running the country.

rohun · Answer

Few boys have lots of thinking and some have lots of girls 😊

kenworth · Answer

Some of us like to purt some thought into our responses when replying to someone we truelly care about.

Mathewosgood · Answer

I personally always reply asap it just happens I'm at work all the time and in the plant I work no cell phone use so I gotta sneak to use my phone and it's Dead by the end of the day so I can't return the message until I get to my truck

EvanW · Answer

They can be busy you know, they could be watching a great TV show! they have reasons for taking so long, you just need to learn to be a little more patient

worldscolide · Answer

How bout our world doesn't revolve around you. keep in mind.. men work, jobs don't typically permit texting during work... and to be honest some men don't like to text.

Ceins · Answer

It is annoying, especially when he used to text more.

dom2345 · Answer

I'm actutally shocked at how many girls think that it doesn't mean they are interested when it's completely the opposite most of the time. I thought replying too fast comes across as desperate and needy, I better start replying fast 😂.

AlwaysBelieving · Answer

Sometimes we have stuff to do. Text is a last resort option for communication in a romantic relationship in my opinion.

ravello · Answer

Sometimes I’m legitimately busy and responding to a text about avocado on toast doesn’t take priority

mathmarcus · Answer

Ok I have a better question for this one. Why does your girlfriend take so long to reply even though she is online and sees your messages

IdekButHey · Answer

I only take a long time to reply if Im busy, my phone isn't on me, or I thought I hit send but I didn't.

EnderKhan · Answer

Usually I have shit to do and I see the text and while I'm thinking of something to say my brain will go back to what I'm doing and I'll remember I haven't text back after I've finished.

Queen_B_ · Answer

They might be busy or they are trying to tell you that they don't like you like that without saying it directly

cReAtE_a_UsErNaMe · Answer

Well, when I work in my shop it's not always safe to look at my phone. I would like to keep my hands and be able to text you later. I also have music playing so it's hard to hear my phone.

SLang · Answer

Sometimes being busy won't allow for much conversation. We do have personal lifes aswell and things to take care of.

KIIROKI · Answer

I do that to think what should I write to avoid texting boring shit

trob0135 · Answer

For me if we aren't talking about anything of substance then I'll take as long as want. Whether it be a girlfriend or not. I like stimulating conversation and if I think that it's not an important I won't respond.

rodeocowboy75 · Answer

no, we are what's known as BUSY!!! sometimes doin irrelevant shit like working and earning a paycheck , shower, shit, shave, sleep , driving, or communicating with others... you know?
... dumb shit like that

maturedlibra · Answer

You are wrong Madam, Girls always show their attitudes and alwyays reply late or ignore even if they are free , Sorry here I m not agreeing with you, Can you see my text and apps , how many questions are un-answered...

Dalesmith · Answer

it's reverse with me, i reply right away but girls take too long to reply back even if the message is seen right away -.-

Zyares · Answer

Why do "some" girls expect boys to be on their phone 24 / 7 and not having anything to do (something called life), whenever they randomly decide to message us? Do they not know it pisses us off?

ancientglu · Answer

Personally I don't even pay attention to my phone most of the day

TruthBurns · Answer

And you know what pisses me off, when a girl won't stop messaging when I'm trying to get shit done

GreeneggsandhamV1 · Answer

I would of added an opinion to your question earlier but I felt that by replying so quickly my message wouldn't of gotten across

CutandDry · Answer

Playing hard to get does not work at all. Ignore my text. I'm not going to text you anymore. Simple.

qwert1234 · Answer

Because Texts are not urgent. We have tons of things to do, be it work or hobby. For urgent concerns, call.

Thia18 · Answer

Because he's busy... Don't see a point in getting mad about it. I'm not a text person though lol

lukeedmonton · Answer

if females were more direct and told guys exactly what was on their mind it would make responding much easier and faster.

BlackBerryBrad · Answer

I never really have an issue replying quickly. I will tell someone if I'm busy but try to reply as quickly as possible.

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