When should I compliment a guy?

Question

How much should i compliment him, i love complimenting guys but i feel that it makes them ( not all ) feel as if im SUPERRR into them or it just boosts their ego too much. When its just becusse i like to do it, makes me feel good, I don't know y?

Kaazsz · Accepted Answer

Don’t say it unless you like him I suppose. If you don’t like him why are you complimenting him?

It’s nice and all to be nice. I mean I wish I could say you should compliment guys too and make us feel good. But I feel like you’re just going to get stalked as a result lol.

I have female friends who compliment me. Many have boyfriends though. They flirt with me and tell me I’m handsome and try to hook me up with their friends.

It feels nice, though at first I couldn’t take a compliment lol. It’s not easy as a guy. You’re used to being ignored. When you receive a compliment it’s like “is this a prank?”

I’d say if you compliment a guy say something that doesn’t sound like you want to fuck him. But ang compliment will probably have him thinking that or wondering if that was your intention. So I don’t know lol.

Floppy2112 · Accepted Answer

You should compliment him if you like something about him or if he did something worthy of compliment. You don't want to heap unworthy praise on anybody. That does more harm than good. Just be honest. If the guy is figuratively 'hitting home runs' all the time, compliment away, because that lucky streak will eventually end. If there is something you really like, tell him. Again, just be honest, no more no less.

anexi · Accepted Answer

Personally, I compliment anybody when I see or learn something that I like about them. Compliments are a good thing, and should not be held back on! Spread the love, because there just is not enough of it in this drab and miserable world. If somebody gets the wrong idea, respectfully set clear boundaries so that they know your intentions are not dating or flirtatious. "All due respect, I'm not interested in a relationship with you. I just saw this thing that I liked and thought you would like to know."

MissDawn7961 · Accepted Answer

try this ! compliment him when U know he is showing off in front of U ! like if he is lifting something heavy then compliment him on his muscles ! if he is doing something intelligent then say to him something like - I did not know U knew how to do that , quite intelligent of U or brawn and brains too , cool ! thanks

JPrez · Answer

I would save that arrow in your quiver and use it sparingly, such as when your guy feels down or is having a rough day. Maybe when he needs a pickup. We do like to feel appreciated for sure but we seem to maintain an even keel so guys don’t need compliments often but when done at the right time, they mean a lot coming from our girlfriend or spouse.

Smoke-n-Growls · Answer

I compliment my guy friends constantly. They don't get enough compliments, in my opinion.

I just also make sure to set expectations if I notice them thinking that I'm into them romantically.

It's never been a problem for me. It does seem to confuse the fuck outta other people that my guy friends and I can have close platonic relationships - one of my older guy friends and I enjoy screwing with old pearl clutchers when we go for coffee together. XD

Citizenkirk · Answer

No, I don't know. I may not have as much relationship experience as a lot of people who have been outon a lot of dates, or maybe I have way more experience than those people, because at least I'm being myself when I'm spending my time with someone. I don't know where people get all this nonsense about being careful not to compliment someone too much, because they can't be allowed an inflated ego or high self esteem?
In answer to your question, you shouldn't ever compliment a guy, because you're not sincere in your compliments, you're not being true to yourself, or honest with him. So why bother. I'd be insulted by compliments from you, if that's your attitude. For pity's sake, grow up, people. What kind of sick bull--- are you trying to pass off as a social life here?

Novacane · Answer

I completely get you! I like to compliment people who really deserve it like the idea of making someone feel good about themselves. but people will think you are into them. I would say it depends a lot on how you say it, there are ways of making a compliment more friendly than flirtatious.

TessCasie · Answer

I would love to compliment a guy I find attractive but I will wait until 4th date to do so. I need to see how much he is invested in me than other way round. Cause I don’t want him to feel all macho cause of it lol

DennisWatkins91 · Answer

if he deserves a compliment - nothing should stop you.

CubsterShura · Answer

I just do when I want to compliment... I never really fake a complement and it sounds like a pain to withhold a compliment and try to remember him next time we talk, lol.

Some people take it the wrong way, but who cares?

Paris13 · Answer

First Date is good. However, Nice though if He would Beat you to it. xx

Bananaman177 · Answer

If you went years in between getting compliments, they would boost your ego and make you twitterpated also.

Unixion0907 · Answer

As much as possible. I know it’s a meme, but guys really do remember and hang onto compliments from girls for a long time. It’s always great to see girls gas up guys to increase their confidence

Anonymous · Answer

Don't do it unless it's known that one of you isn't single. Compliments from girls between single people are just misleading. I don't appreciate being complimented only to find that nothing is going to come of it. It's like, why are you telling me I have [some good trait] when it's really you're saying "someone else *who isn't me* is really going to enjoy your company". Feels annoying tbh.

Anonymous · Answer

What does it mean when a girl goes oooooo you looks handsome. Then constantly stares at the guy seductively. That’s what a girl did to me and I don't know what it means. I think she tried to say hot because you don’t really say ooo and you don’t stare like that

WesBrewer · Answer

I have a friend girl who just compliments me when I compliment her, and that is fine, it also depends on the guy, some guys just want to have their ego be high, and complimenting helps them do that.

AmeerX · Answer

I think you have a nymph potential but I am just guessing. Don't compliment all the time. It could work against you

MecheD · Answer

Whenever you want and any guy will think you’re interested in them simply because it’s not common for a man to get a compliment. Unless it’s his family or woman.

walt0462 · Answer

I don't know about how most guys react to compliments but I personally love receiving a compliment from a woman especially if its from a woman that I might find attractive... So anytime is perfectly acceptable to pay me a compliment

VanillaSalt · Answer

Do you feel their super into you when they compliment you? Even if they misunderstand just say your not interested.

JakeS00 · Answer

Whenever you think of them (the compliments) say them aloud to them. Got to let them know, because guys really appreciate them and will cherish them. At least I do and look at it that way.

Unit1 · Answer

Whenever you feel like it. Wanna tell him he's beautiful? Just say so. Don't beat around the bush and don't encrypt your message because that'll just alter the meaning.

ChiTown33 · Answer

If that's what you're worried about i'd say it's less about the amount than the timing. Compliment him in intimate moments. It won't seem out of place.

SomeGuyCalledTom · Answer

When it's sincere in the moment. Especially if that sincere expression relates to something he values highly.

ayomanwya · Answer

After a guy got a haircut or when he finished working out or if you two are on a date and he dresses up nice for you

Browneye57 · Answer

You're doing it to be accepted, or liked. Consider just doing it genuinely, then it's actually appreciated. Assess your motives.

Dave31989 · Answer

if you're ready to show him you're into him like that once you compliment the opposite sex (assuming you're straight), you've "lost the game"

red324 · Answer

I would say maybe once a week? I get complimented by women, but never about my looks. It would be nice to be told I'm sexy for once.

Jamie05rhs · Answer

Just get a boyfriend and focus your attention on him. Or, become a teacher and compliment your kids.

Schizoaffective · Answer

Do it when you feel like it Don't overthink it lol

JKingOff · Answer

Whenever you feel like it and you can get their attention for a few minutes.

Chittychittybang · Answer

MGTOW and Red Pills will not compliment women. They will only make them feel inferior and less than human. So why should women compliment them?

prince350 · Answer

Whenever you like one. It will show, very politely, that you are into them.

SecretIdentity · Answer

If you don't wanna fuck them, you really shouldn't be in the same room as them, let alone talk to them.

JamesRandiDebates · Answer

Only compliment a guy when you want some dick. Compliments without pussy are confusing and frustrating.

knight2468 · Answer

Don’t do it if u are not interested to have a relationship with him

spartan55 · Answer

Ya, God forbid you let a guy you actually like him... so retarded.

Luvme66 · Answer

Um try roasting them after complimenting them XD

Ryfyle · Answer

Don't. just walk away.

TurkishForce · Answer

If he's doing you well, you gotta compliment

sensible27 · Answer

When you feel like it

Eleni079 · Answer

Whenever you feel like it.

pizzalovershouse · Answer

Best is when they do something nice for you

Twalli · Answer

Compliment everyone. That's what I do.

cloud9vortex1234 · Answer

Whenever you actually mean what you say.

dsrice1966 · Answer

Whenever you feel that it is right.

Hardpunk69 · Answer

hmmm im cool guy anytime ok

StickStickity13 · Answer

When you are genuine

007kingifrit · Answer

whenever you want

Joker_ · Answer

Whenever

Coolmanxl · Answer

Never

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