What is the smoothest way to ask a guy if he is single and what are the best ways to flirt with him?

[Anonymous]

So there is this guy in my club who constantly looks at me and we have recently started to share short conversations during club meetings and he has joined me and my friend for dinner a couple times. I have a crush on him but I don't want to make a move unless he is single, so how should I go about asking him without letting him know that I am into him. Also what do guys prefer when a girl DOES start to flirt with him? I know physical touch is a big thing but I feel uncomfortable touching someone in case they don't like it. What's the best moves a girl can make on a guy and what gives them butterflies?

Updates

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To clarify I don't want him to know I like him until I know he doesn't have a girlfriend. He knows I'm single, he said it to my face.

[opheeowlscout]

"Oh, does your girlfriend approve of that?" (Ask after he mentions something that could upset a girlfriend)

"Your girlfriend must be one lucky girl"

If he doesn't correct you, he probably has one. If so? Then you'll have your answer.

[serious]

@opheeowlscout

Yes that is a good way she can go about this. This is a good idea you gave.

[serious]

Why must you flirt to show interest? is that a must?

I mean it is fine if that is what you wish to do. I think genuine interest can be shown in other ways as well.

[Asker]

what would you suggest that isn't flirting? I'm open to ideas

[serious]

I will reply soon.

[spartan55]

Why would you not want him to know you are into him? You realize that's backwards?

[spartan55]

You are going about this all wrong.

[Pterodon]

“I was wondering if you’re seeing anyone and if you aren’t was wondering if you’d be interested in seeing me?”