What does it mean when a guy calls you beautiful?
Who doesn’t like receiving compliments?
Well, granted, some of us can feel a bit awkward when we get a compliment – especially from a stranger or from someone we aren’t used to getting compliments from.
Another thing you’re procutbably wondering if a guy compliments you is: what exactly did he mean by that?
Was he hitting on me or just randomly throwing out compliments? Why did he say “beautiful” or “cute”?
Is there any reason guys do anything?
Well, yes.
Here’s a guide to what men usually mean when they call you beautiful or cute.
1) He’s being spontaneous
It’s no secret that men tend to be very visual. Sometimes a man is genuinely overcome by your beauty and will tell you you’re beautiful, stunning, gorgeous or elegant without even thinking about it.
The words will just pop out because he doesn’t know what else to say.
Nice to know you can have that effect, no?
This doesn’t necessarily mean he’s making a move on you or has an agenda. In this case, the man is just straight up expressing his admiration.
2) He means it on a deeper level
If you’re dating or in a relationship, a man may call you beautiful and mean it in a holistic way.
He means that your beauty outside is matched by your internal loveliness, the caring, and strength of your personality.
When a guy means things this way he often is saying he appreciates you on a deeper level and admires your behavior and character as well as your physical attractiveness.
Men aren’t always shallow and this is proof.
3) He loves the way you think – and create
Men can get very turned on by the way your mind works and the way you create and imagine.
He may say you’re beautiful in a way that means the way you see the world and think about it impresses him and makes him feel admiration and attraction.
Whether he’s fascinated by a hobby you do, your beautiful singing or the way you respond to situations and life, he’s giving you a profound compliment here and he’s likely feeling pretty strong feelings for you, too.
4) He’s in love
Sometimes when a man calls you beautiful it’s simply because he’s in love. He doesn’t bother to say it to a girl he’s only after for a night or two – he says it to you because he feels something deeper.
When he calls you beautiful he’s making it clear that you mean more to him than something casual and that he wants to express a deeper level of appreciation and connection.
He’s calling you beautiful because you mean a lot to him, soak it in.
5) Your beauty surpasses the physical
When he calls you beautiful he sees more than just your body.
Which is not to say he doesn’t appreciate your body (damn girl, you are looking fine over there and you know it).
But really, when he’s using a word like beautiful or elegant he’s seeing more than just your curves and you can bet his heart is pumping a bit harder than usual.
6) He knows you aren’t ‘easy’
Sometimes a man calls you beautiful because he knows you’re not “easy” and that you’re a little beyond his reach.
He may be in admiration of you and even feel a bit insecure how to connect with you and show that he cares.
He doesn’t want to blow it with you and he’s doing his best to show you’re more to him than just a good time.
7) He’s full of pride to be at your side
When a guy feels proud to be at your side he will call you beautiful to show that he recognizes and celebrates your value.
He’s proud to introduce you and to be seen in public with you because he values your true inner and outer beauty.
He feels blessed just to bask in it and have you around. Win-win.
What about when he calls you ‘cute’?
Cute is an interesting word and it can mean a lot of things. Generally, it’s a little different than when a man calls you beautiful or a similarly elevated word. Here’s what he’s likely got in mind – and in heart – if he calls you cute.
8) He means you’re sweet
Cute often means that you have a sweet personality.
It can sometimes come off like he’s saying you’re not serious or not a woman he’d really consider gf or wife material.
But it doesn’t necessarily mean that. Taking it the good way means you’re accepting that he finds your personality wonderful and feminine, which is very attractive to a man.
9) You’re fun to be around
Cute can also mean that you’re a lot of fun to be around.
It means he’s comfortable with you and he’s enjoying his time together.
Can this blossom into romance? Anything is possible, and cute could be the first stepping stone.
10) He’s digging how chill you are
Let’s be honest, a guy doesn’t call you cute if you make him feel bad or stressed out by your behavior. If he’s calling you cute he’s liking how relaxed you are.
He’s enjoying the break from drama, gossip and problems.
He likes being around you and your chill energy. Sounds good to me.
11) He appreciates your natural beauty
Like I wrote, being called cute doesn’t mean you aren’t also beautiful.
Often a guy will call you cute as a sign of how much he likes your natural beauty. He means it in the best way.
You’re a natural woman who takes it easy on the makeup and highly perfected look and lets your hair down.
And he’s loving it.
12) He’s attracted to you but shy
If a guy feels shy but he’s burning up inside with desire and attraction sometimes cute is the best he can do.
He wants to say you take his breath away and he treasures every moment with you.
But he also hasn’t reached that level of confidence where he’s OK being a walking Hallmark card.
So he calls you cute. And it’s kind of special.
13) He’s playing it cool
When a guy wants to be easygoing cute can also be the word that pops up.
He likes you and he’s enjoying his time with you. But he’s not ready to propose.
So he lets you know he’s feeling it but without launching into a love poem. This cute moment could be the start of something beautiful, trust me.
14) He’s feeling gf vibes with you
Cute doesn’t mean he’s friend-zoning you. In fact, it can often mean the opposite.
He’s feeling girlfriend vibes with you and he wants to let you know he appreciates more than just your looks and also finds you fun and engaging.
He calls you cute to show he gets your unique side and personality, not just your looks.
15) He’s low-key flirting
Especially if he calls you cute after something funny happened to the both of you or you’re enjoying time together he’s poking fun a bit but also low-key flirting.
He’s saying that he sees you and he likes it.
He’s in this together with you and he’s validating and appreciating you.
16) He’s seeking an exit from the friendzone
The truth about cute that we all know deep down is that a lot depends on his tone and the context when he says it.
In some cases, it can be the sign that a guy you are friends with is seeking an exit from the friendzone.
He’s using cute in a loaded way, as in “you’re cute.” Is that what you’d say to just a friend? Probably not.
17) He’s appreciating your youthful inner self
The word cute has a youthful feeling about it, doesn’t it?
Sometimes a guy will say it as a tribute to your youthful inner self. He sees your inner beauty and the youthful optimism of your heart.
And he wants to recognize and love that. It’s actually pretty sweet.
18) He loves your energy
In addition to the youthful vibes, the word cute brings up a feeling of energy and vitality.
Think of a cute puppy or adorable cute kittens.
Is a guy saying you’re his pet? Well, let’s hope not unless you’re into that kind of thing.
But he’s saying he loves your energy and the rejuvenating feeling he gets around you. And that sounds pretty awesome.
19) He’s in search of cuddles
This guy calling you cute may like your energy, but he also may well want to cuddle.
He’s calling you cute in some cases because he’s dreaming about stroking your hair and cuddling up next to you and talking all night.
After all, what could be cuter than cuddling all night with somebody you find cute?
A final note for your cute, beautiful self
Whether a guy is calling you cute or beautiful you can be certain that he appreciates you and wants to let you know. Don’t over-analyze and go with the flow. Maybe even throw a compliment back his way, too.
“You’re not so bad yourself,” has been known to work a time or two
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