14 clues on how to know if a man is secretly in love with you

It can be one of the most frustrating feelings not knowing if that person you like likes you.

You met a special boy a little better and he’s everything you think about.

You would love to get even closer, or maybe start something with him.

But knowing what is going through the other’s head is not always the easiest thing to do. Many people even work hard not to show their feelings.

There are times when two people like each other, it’s obvious to everyone and it just works. The two start dating with no guesswork or second thoughts.

But what if he is hiding his feelings? How can you tell if he is interested in you or not, or if he just doesn’t see you that way at all?

The last thing you want to do is hit on yourself and make things awkward between the two of you.

Fortunately, while men are largely walking riddles for women, there are some definite signs to tell if he has a secret crush on you.

It is also important to note that these signs are the same whether you are interested in him or not.

You may not like it at all, but you want to know to be clear about how to act and not confuse it.

After going over these 14 indicators, we’ll talk about some of the reasons why he might be hiding his feelings.

14 keys to know if a man is secretly in love with you

1) Try to impress you

One of the best ways to know if a boy is in love with a girl is to study how he behaves with her.

Does he change the way he acts when you’re around to try to impress you?

If he likes you, he will try to brag about his accomplishments.

Depending on the boy, it can be in very obvious ways that attract attention.

Or if he’s a shy guy and he likes you, it could be in a more subtle way, showing that he’s capable, knowledgeable or things like that.

He will tell you stories about his life, where he has traveled, the things he has accomplished.

Or he’ll brag and puff out his chest to show you he’s the best.

The good news though is that his personality probably isn’t like this all the time, and once he has your attention, this type of behavior should mostly go away.

So don’t be too hard on him. He simply wants to show you the best that he has to win you over.

And if he’s trying to impress you, it’s probably because he has feelings for you.

2) Has flashes of jealousy

If you’re talking about an ex or one of your other friends, don’t be too surprised if your crush suddenly becomes a little jealous.

Men have ingrained protective instincts that tend to manifest in behaviors like jealousy. Of course women also experience them. It is a natural emotion that has always been part of our psychology.

But men, in most cases, tend to show it more than women. They are not that efficient at hiding that feeling.

Especially when it comes to other guys approaching the girl he’s interested in.

You may feel threatened by other men or upset that an ex mistreated you.

It’s just a normal reaction, and if your crush acts like that, it’s pretty definite proof that they care about you.

3) He looks at you a lot

If he watches you like a hawk (without being ominous), he’s showing that he’s very interested in whatever you’re doing or saying.

He doesn’t want to miss that perfect smile of yours. He is on the lookout for any opportunity to grab your attention or make you laugh.

When you’re not sure if the guy you like has feelings for you, notice how much he looks at you.

He may be hiding his feelings, but his look gives it away.

And if you pay more attention to him, he just might take the hint and be inspired to make the first move.

4) He slyly questions you about your marital status

Asking a girl if she’s single is a pretty obvious way to show that you’re interested in her.

Once a guy asks you this question, it’s clearly because he wants to know if you’re available to date.

But, if a guy is trying to hide the fact that he likes you, he will go out of his way to get the information through other means.

He might try to figure out if you’re seeing someone by asking related questions. He will investigate the topic to see if you offer him the information without him having to ask directly.

If you get the feeling that he is looking for information about the state of your relationships, he is probably interested in you.

He’s trying to hide his feelings, but now you know he likes you.

5) He is always asking questions (and listening)

If a guy asks you questions about many things in your life, how you feel about things, how your day is going, or anything to do with you, it could be that he has a secret crush on you.

It could also be that he is just being nice or has a sociable personality.

But maybe it’s because he really likes you and is hiding it.

How much do you remember about what you say? If he remembers a lot, it shows that he has been listening to the answers you give him.

If a man listens to you, it is because he is interested in you and cares, so he probably feels something for you.

6) It gives you mixed signals

It can be confusing to see your crush act so differently and changeable around you. But it’s a good sign that he likes you.

Sometimes he is with you, and he can be sweet, kind, funny and charming.

But then the next time you see him, he’s the complete opposite: closed off, rude, defensive, or just can’t be more annoying.

This is a big sign that he is struggling with his own feelings for you and wants to hide the fact that he likes you.

He wants to appear relaxed at some point, and not seem too interested in you.

It plays hard to get, so you keep guessing and trying to figure it out.

It’s probably working.

Just remember that his changes from charming to hateful are a great sign that he might have a secret crush on you.

7) Overstep your personal space

You may notice that he often sits next to you in group situations, or hugs you for a few seconds too long when you meet or say goodbye.

If he laughs at your jokes and accidentally touches your arm or brushes against your hand, it could be a sign that he has a secret crush on you.

Paying attention to these casual moments of physical contact can quickly reveal the feelings he’s trying to hide.

If he invades your personal space, he should do it in a respectful and appropriate way that never makes you feel uncomfortable. Hands that are too restless, invasive, and that go too far without your consent are a big warning sign.

This type of behavior is far from okay and should be reported. Avoid this man if necessary, you should always feel comfortable and safe.

8) He always says nice and flattering things to you

Acts of kindness and flattery are a great way to tell if a guy has a crush on you but is hiding it.

Some guys are just nice and will say nice things to all girls because of something they appreciate about them. But if he gives you sincere and thoughtful compliments every time he sees you, he may like you.

A guy who secretly loves a girl is also likely to go out of his way to help her.

If the guy you like is constantly offering to help you, he probably has feelings for you, too.

Even if he’s doing his best to hide that he likes you, it’s still possible that it will show after so many compliments and kind acts.

9) Teases you and constantly makes you laugh

One of the reasons why you like this guy so much could be because he’s so funny.

He makes you laugh all the time, his humor and comments are always on point and with intelligent humor.

Teasing and flirting are very similar things. Many guys flirt with girls trying to make them laugh and being funny.

If he is joking with you, it could be that he is actually flirting with you.

And if he sometimes gives you a hard time or always makes fun of you, he could be giving away the fact that he likes you.

10) Be active on your social networks

After the two of you added to their networks, you notice that he likes a lot of your photos as soon as you post them, or he responds with comments to what you do and maybe even has fun sending you memes out of the blue.

If he’s doing these things, it’s because he’s interested in you and wants to be involved in your online life as much as in your everyday life. He is showing you that he likes you and he may have a secret crush on you.

Even if you are trying to hide it in many other ways, this is a great sign. He likes you.

11) Put her phone down when she’s around you

Giving someone your full attention shows respect and sincere interest.

However, when a group of friends are hanging out, it’s normal for them to check their phone and reply to some conversation.

If you notice that the guy you like puts his phone away when you meet, it shows that you are what matters most to him at that moment, he is giving you his full attention.

You don’t want anything to distract you from your conversation.

He may be trying to hide his feelings, but if he’s not using his phone, it’s because he may have a secret crush on you.

12) Pay attention to your body language

Body language is a great indicator of true feelings for anyone.

No matter how hard he tries to hide the fact that he likes you, his body language will give it away.

We already talked about eye contact, which is a great way to tell if he likes you.

But he could also lean towards you and keep his body directed in your direction.

Or he may appear nervous, or anxiously play with the things at hand.

If he’s nervous around you, it’s probably because he has a huge crush on you.

13) Remember everything you told him

Even when you think he’s not paying attention, or while you’re talking to someone else, he may remember everything you say.

If you catch him revealing that he remembers something very specific about you, even if you didn’t think he was listening, he’s giving away the fact that he might have a secret crush on you.

Even if he’s trying to hide his feelings, this is a sure way to know that he really cares about you.

14) He takes a long time to say goodbye

Maybe he’ll be the last to leave, or you’ll catch him saying goodbye for the third time without leaving.

He enjoys your company and does not want to get away from you. It absorbs every second and doesn’t want it to end. It’s probably because he has a secret crush on you and doesn’t want to say goodbye.

This guy might be a wall, an expert at hiding his feelings, but if you notice him lingering when he says goodbye, it’s a great indication of how he really feels about you.

So why is he hiding his feelings?

The reasons why a guy hides the fact that he likes you can be due to a number of factors.

Why a guy thinks he needs to hide his feelings is personal and has to do with what’s going on in his head.

It also has to do with what are the…