My online boyfriend lied about his height. Should I break up with him?

Question

He said that he was 6'1" but he's only about 5'10". I was slightly taller than him in heels. We got along great and everything but I just feel like he's a little too short for me. Do you think I should break up with him?

Kiwedin · Accepted Answer

There's a lot more to a person than just their height. If you really like him and you're attracted to him, stay with him. If you aren't that attracted to him and you don't think there's real potential for a relationship between you too, then by all means, break up with him. Don't break up with someone because of their height though, that's a dick move, at least let the reason be something more meaningful.

RJGraveyTrain · Accepted Answer

I think a few inches is a super shallow reason to break up with someone. I'd get it if he lied about a DRAMATIC height difference as that's a bigger lie and a clear indication of some serious self esteem issues, but he's still what I consider tallish in my books so I wouldn't.

Lelaila · Accepted Answer

If you feel uncomfortable with his height, you could either try to cope with it (since it might become less big of a deal later), or break up. I wouldn't immediately break up when he's just a bit taller than you (when you're in heels), but it's your choice.

BasicFlake · Accepted Answer

It would be a pretty shallow reason to break up with someone. Still, you are in charge of your own life and you're allowed to like what you like. If the height is really an issue for you then sure, break up with him. If you can't be happy with his height then it's probably not going to work anyway.

I-am-a-nobody · Accepted Answer

Dump shorty! You shouldn't have a problem with his height as much as his honesty. What else has he lied about? The guy probably has a wife in Toledo, Yuma and St. Paul, Minnesota!

OlderAndWiser · Answer

Have you ever met him in person?

samhradh_leannan · Answer

Lying before you even met each other sets a bad precedent, but I don't think this is a lie that you should necessarily hold against him.

Just wear shorter heels if you don't like being taller than him.

notallthere98 · Answer

Yes, you should break up with him. If you care about something as superficial as a couple inches, he deserves better

BellePepper · Answer

Considering he thinks he's dating a woman and you're a man yeah you should break up.

AleDeEurope · Answer

Yeah, if he lies about his height, he'll probably lie about his dick size... better end it now

ginginlove · Answer

I would break up because of the lie. I met a guy (in person) who casually mentioned he was 6' when he was clearly only 5'8. I went along with it to not bruise his ego and because I still wanted to get to know him. Then, I found out he was lying about his age, citizenship, and job. Insecure men

mimosaqueen · Answer

If you know in your heart that his height is a deal breaker for you, it's probably best to break things off sooner rather than later. It's not "shallow" or "immature" of you to feel this way-- sexual attraction is important in a relationship, and we all have preferences that might seem silly from the outside looking in-- but it does mean you guys most likely aren't compatible. Good luck, whatever you decide to do!

jayjay16 · Answer

you really have that high of standards that his height bothers you? but you get along and everything with him? so his height shouldn't matter... that is pretty damn low

Telekinetic-Potato · Answer

I don't think you're ready for dating. You don't seem mature enough. so sad

emupost · Answer

just because he is alittle short doesn't mean he doesn't go short on quality and no breaking up with him because he lied about his height is a silly thought

Paris13 · Answer

Split with a Slick One, hun, if Only... There is More in Store with his Possible Beginnings of his Bed of Lies. Good Luck. xx

ActualDurhamNative · Answer

hight is a shallow reason to break up with someone, lying less so

lovelyhoneybones · Answer

Do you like him otherwise? Did you guys already form that connection? I'm assuming you have since you're dating.

Cosytoasty · Answer

Break up?  You two have only gone on ONE date lol, you're hardly a couple. Don't see him again if you don't like his height.

depeche2015 · Answer

no that's kinda dumb the height he gave you isn't even much difference from the one he told you

Rissyanne · Answer

If he lied about this... what else would he lie about

Chanel1981 · Answer

You call him your boyfriend and you just realized this? I'm confused

AgirlnamedJay · Answer

For me, height is not a problem. If he is a good person then that's fine.

rijo73 · Answer

He's your online boyfriend. Wait till you find out what else he's lied about

alice55 · Answer

Do like you feel it, plus if he lied about this, he can have lied about other things.

MusicMayhem · Answer

Don't worry he can just put on some heels to compensate, just like women do

RedThread · Answer

Hey if he's lying about a few inches in height just think about what else he could be adding a few inches to knawmsayin?  #KNAWMSAYIN?

mo770 · Answer

No, but make sure he knows from that day forward never to lie about anything to you again.

Fabiiooo · Answer

That would be a pretty stupid reason to break up with somebody

Kyle1331 · Answer

If you aren't attracted to him don't date him. The why doesn't really matter.

lord_chilled · Answer

I don't know, but you know, guys who lie about their height, lie about other things as well

pavlove · Answer

if he lies about some things he'll lie about others

disgustingweebtrash · Answer

Yeah, give him a chance to find someone better than you.

MrSlyFox · Answer

ever consider the fact he may have made a mistake when he measured himself

TurboPleb · Answer

literally the worst reason to do... im know a girl that is way taller and well looks weird but it's not our choice

Anonymous · Answer

yes you should break up with him bc if only height bothers you this much that you are taking opinions from others, then are you even sure that you love him?

Anonymous · Answer

I am wondering why you are more upset with his height, and not the fact that he LIED to you?

coolandgood · Answer

if you like him, what's a few inches in the shadow of potential love?

Juarez · Answer

If height preference is what you're attracted to, maybe you should break up with him.

chuy10 · Answer

it depends is it a deal breaker if you like him why break up over something so silly

Asher123 · Answer

dont break up. he was just scared he wouldn't get a chance to prove himself to you

NathanStrat · Answer

isn't wearing heels a height exaggeration too?

luvstoned4him · Answer

No, 5'10 is still good.

beautifulangel76 · Answer

It's his height so it doesn't really matter

BertMacklinFBI · Answer

do what you gotta do broski

Thurtin · Answer

I am short as well and can relate to him

COCOCHANEL · Answer

how about his face

cutemz · Answer

Height doesn't matter

Anonymous · Answer

Yeah, let him find someone better.

Anonymous · Answer

No, you shouldn't break up with him.

Anonymous · Answer

only if you didn't lie about your weight.

Pimop95 · Answer

Give your boyfriend another chance

Nexiy · Answer

Why does it matter

Anonymous · Answer

Yes cuz men under 6 feet are unworthy.

Anonymous · Answer

no you shouldn't break up

catelyntje · Answer

Yes how dare he

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