5 Tips To Help You Compliment A Guy

It isn’t a common practice to compliment a guy. However, most guys do like receiving compliments, particularly when those compliments are genuine and from someone they're attracted to. If you really mean it, and aren’t just seeking one in return, go ahead and express it.

Also, it is best to give compliments face-to-face. A text hardly conveys your tone, leave alone your emotion. However, if you do choose to do it on the screen because it makes you feel bolder, you can pick up that phone and go for it. Bear in mind though, if his communication drops substantially after you compliment him, steer the conversation to another topic as he's likely uncomfortable. Also, save yourself any future embarrassment by not sending anything which you wouldn’t want others to hear or know; remember that the text messages can be shared!

Here are a couple of things to consider if you want to compliment a guy!

* Compliment who he is

When you do wish to compliment a guy, compliment him on his non-physical attributes. It shows that you look deeper than the surface and truly see who he is beyond his looks. If you know the guy fairly well and know what values he holds dear, this should guide you as to what compliments he will best respond to.

* Be genuine

A half-hearted compliment might be misunderstood as sarcasm if you don't seem to truly mean it. Don't tell a guy he's the most handsome man in the universe unless you actually believe it.

* Be clear

Be articulate in framing your words as complimentary. For example, the compliment "Once you make up your mind about something you don't let anything stop you" can be seen as either a positive statement or a negative one, depending on the context and delivery.

*Mind your body language and tone

Your body language can have a big impact on whether your compliments are believable or not. While you may default to a joking tone in your delivery out of nervousness, this will only fizzle the compliment and make it sound like sarcasm. When complimenting a guy, look him in the eyes. Make sure that your body language is open and neutral. Smile confidently and mind your tone of voice so that it is pleasant and devoid of any unintentional sarcasm.

* Compliment the things for which he has worked hard

Complimenting a guy only plainly his physical attributes may be perceived as objectifying and demeaning. They might not really like it as much as you wish. You can choose to compliment a guy for his listening skills or how they make everyone around them feel really comfortable. You can also choose to compliment them on how approachable and warm they are. Compliment the qualities which are intangible, like their thoughtfulness. And then again, if they have really put a lot of effort into their looks, like a new haircut or a new pair of glasses, you complimenting them shows that you pay attention to them.

* Avoid awkwardness

Unfortunately, sometimes a compliment can unintentionally fall into the realm of awkward. Don't make overtly sexual compliments if you aren't in an intimate relationship with him. This is especially true if he already has a partner.If you compliment his physique or other physical feature, don't add physical touch to the moment; this has the potential to get awkward very quickly if he's uncomfortable.Don't panic if there's a brief moment of silence while he considers the compliment. Some guys - particularly shy, quiet guys - might need a moment to process the compliment before they respond.