How to Tell if a Bookworm Likes You

The nerd guys are deep, intelligent, and caring, but they can also be a little secretive, sometimes extremely timid when it comes to showing affection. To help you see if the nerd guy likes you and win his heart, we’ve made a list of the signs that he likes you. Are you ready to get to know your guy?

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He is thrilled to see you.

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Is he fidgeting or fidgeting not knowing what to say? Watch for times when he turns red, talks faster, or seems to have trouble concentrating on a conversation. ^{[1] X Research Source} Bookworms are inherently shy and can get nervous when standing in front of the girl they like.

In a moment of awkward silence, help put him at ease by asking a prompt to continue the conversation like, “What are you up to this week?” or “Tell me more about the game you just bought!” ^{[2] X Research Source}

He imitates your body language.

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How does the guy act when you talk to him? The nerd guy may not be outright saying he likes you, but their body language can tell you a lot. Notice when he mimics your body language and gestures. ^{[3] X Research Sources}

While sitting at the table, try interlacing your fingers and see if he does the same.
If he’s standing, try leaning in a little to see if he mimics you.
For a bit of flirting, you can joke around with science: “Hey, did you know that mirror neurons in the brain make us mimic the behavior of our crush?” ^{[4] X Trusted Source American Psychpogical Association Go to Source}

He glanced at you and then looked away.

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Did you catch him sneaking glances at you? You suddenly meet his gaze but he turns away immediately. The nerd guy might not have the guts to make eye contact with you if he likes you. ^{[5] X Research Source} If you can catch his eye, smile to show him you like him too.

He shows off his intelligence.

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Intellectual prowess is probably what the nerd is most proud of himself. Whether he prides himself on his intellectual wit or in-depth knowledge in a certain field, he will try to show you how smart he is. Look for the following signs that he’s showing off:

He tries to explain to you some random information.
He volunteered to answer difficult questions in your presence.
He’s willing to help you out at school, fix things, or recommend great documentaries.

He interacts on social networks.

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Maybe he just doesn’t have the courage to talk to you directly. Instead, he’ll show interest by tracking your online activities, texting or directing you. Notice how often, quickly, and regularly he engages with you online. ^{[6] X Research Sources}

To suggest that you like him too, tag him in posts related to his field of interest. For example, if he’s passionate about physics, tag him in Neil deGrasse Tyson’s post.
Learn more about the things he’s interested in by looking at the posts he likes and the people he follows.
Send him a meme related to documentaries or his favorite subject.
Send him a knowledge drop-off.

He tries to find excuses to be near you.

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Does he come close to you when you’re in a group? Does he choose to sit next to you in class or at work? If you’re both hanging out with a group of friends, he might stand closer to you than the others. ^{[7] X Research Sources}

The next time you’re together as a group, notice if he tries to talk to you more privately than to other people. He wants to be with you alone which is a good sign.

Friends tease him when you guys meet.

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Do his friends make a fuss when you two meet? Even if your nerd guy is too shy to show any signs that he likes you, his friends can tell you that. They may tease him, whisper to each other, or stare in the direction you and he are talking. ^{[8] X Research Sources}

Notice what happens if you walk up to his friends and ask, “What are you guys talking about?” as if you wanted to join. If they’re hanging around looking for answers, chances are they know the guy likes you.

He shares his knowledge with you.

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A nerd guy might talk to you to make a connection. If he is introverted and a bit shy, he will only open up to people they really like. ^{[9] X Research Sources} If he likes you, he’ll feel free to talk to you about his unusual interests and discuss topics he’s passionate about, whether it’s a subject at school or sci-fi series. ^{[10] X Research Source} Let him know you like him too by encouraging him to talk, such as:

Ask questions about his forte. For example: “What is the main difference between Python and Java?”
Join the fan community he likes. You can even wear a T-shirt with the logo of his favorite manga or series. ^{[11] X Research Source}

He remembers the little details you mentioned.

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Does he often repeat things you once mentioned? Bookworm guys are usually quick learners, and once he has a crush on you, he wants to know more about you! If he remembers the names of the games you often play, your favorite colors, or anything you’ve ever mentioned, great. Not only do you know for sure that he likes you, you also know that he is a very caring person. ^{[12] X Research Source}

He waits for you to take the initiative to come forward.

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If you want to know for sure if a nerd likes you, you have to ask him! Bookworm guys are usually reticent and they may not dare to tell you. If you feel like there’s a chance he likes you, even if it’s very small, ask him! Arrange a date that is comfortable and natural. Find simple ways to ask him out like: ^{[13] X Research Sources}

“Tung, can we go buy coffee and study together this Saturday?”
“I have two tickets to the sci-fi movie you talked about the other day. Do you want to go see it with me?”
“I like you! Shall we go out some day?”

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