How to Make a Boy Like You (High School)

Are you keeping an eye on that handsome boy? So you’re in luck! This wikiHow teaches you how to make a boy in high school like you. While you can’t get someone to like you, you can show that you’re worth the attention.

Table of Contents

Make him notice you

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If you want that special guy to notice you, you’ll have to show yourself in front of him. This is difficult but worth the effort. How to look your best, always smile, be friendly and stay true to yourself – he’ll soon wish he knew you.

Wear impressive clothes. If you are stylish, you can wear a floral skirt when it’s hot, or a black sweater when it’s cold. Wear clothes that accentuate your beauty. Ask a friend or a parent for advice on what outfits look good on you. You need to dress in such a way that he notices every time he sees you. Don’t put on anything that makes you feel uncomfortable. Dress the way you like, but at least you have to look good in it. If your school has a uniform, you should wear a uniform in a color or style that looks good on you.
Maintain good hygiene. Shower at least once a day. For example, if you sweat a lot after playing sports, be sure to shower after playing to wash away the sweat. Wash your face in the morning and at night to prevent acne from attacking your beautiful face. You also must not forget to brush your teeth! You only have one set of adult teeth. Take care of them because bad breath can drive him away, and others too.
Smile. Laugh when you talk to him and when he’s around. Smiling shows him he’s making you happy. Glancing at him during class, if you two accidentally meet each other’s eyes then you should smile, keep looking without blinking for as long as possible. Help him understand that you’re thinking about him, and then look away like nothing ever happened. Don’t overdo it – it shouldn’t be done more than once a day.

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Do not wear too much makeup. It’s really not necessary, a lot of people prefer natural beauty, so you should wear natural makeup. If you feel the need to wear makeup, only subtle makeup is recommended. Don’t go overboard because he won’t like you.

Limit makeup as much as possible. Makeup is not to hide the beauty, but to reveal them. You should also consider going natural. Some guys just want to see your bare face! Too much makeup can turn you into the sexy type, not the glamorous type! If you really want to wear makeup, just use some lip wax, foundation, and even mascara if you like. You should wear simple makeup because a face full of lipstick only makes others lose interest.
Variations with hairstyles. Be yourself, never decide to have a certain hairstyle just to get a boyfriend. Consider cutting, straightening, or perming your bangs if you think it’s appropriate. Instead, you can sometimes have a different hairstyle or makeup.

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Talk to him. Act naturally but be yourself. If you’re having trouble with this then pretend you don’t like him, that he’s just a random friend. It’s a way to remove the tension that can make a conversation awkward. Practice with other guys like his friends. Get his phone number so you can text him, it’s much easier this way.

Talk about other people in your class, something strange just happened to you, or an event you both plan to attend. If you don’t know what to say to prolong the conversation, ask him a lot of questions. Don’t ask too much because he might get annoyed.
Make eye contact during the conversation. The eyes are the windows to the soul, and they are truly one of the most attractive parts of your body. Make sure he can see your eyes! Focusing on him will show him that he has your full attention. However, you shouldn’t stare all the time, he’ll think you’re weird. Look him in the eye while he’s talking, as looking down at his feet shows a lack of confidence.
Laugh when he jokes. Doing so will make him feel respected by you. That said, you shouldn’t force yourself to laugh because it sounds so fake. If it’s a joke aimed at you, then you should subtly tease him back. It’s all just a joke.

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Tease him. Don’t make fun of him, it’s okay to joke around. Play with him, and if you want to be more flirty, ask him to play arm wrestling with you. That way you have a chance to hold his hand without feeling embarrassed.

Move closer to him

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Break the barrier of touch but always remember to respect their privacy. Some people don’t like to be touched like others. Physical contact with someone you like is important because it lets him know you enjoy being around them. Here you need to be subtle: you shouldn’t cling to him and invade their private space. Hug him every time you see him.

Gently touch your arm or knee to his. Put your shoulder on his shoulder when you want them to explain a math problem you’re both assigned to do at home. Schoolwork is the best way to bond, it’s the perfect excuse.
When he tells you a joke or teases you (in a flirty way), gently tap his shoulder. Body language lets him know you really like their attention.
If you are brave enough to crawl from his arm to his shoulder, or play with your feet under the table, you can also sit at his desk before class starts. You should also wind-kiss him in a funny way.
Tickling is also a great way to flirt. Since many boyfriends don’t like being tickled, you’d better play the role of the person being tickled. Talk about being easily tickled and expose the easy-to-tick spots. It’s best to start with a point like the soles of your feet, and then work your way up to your ribs and sides of your waist.
Play with his hair. Don’t overdo it, or it looks weird or he’ll stay away from you.

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Reach out to his friends. Guys at this age are easily influenced by their friends, so if you can make friends with his friends, he’ll realize you’re “easy to play” too. If you’re part of a mutual group of friends, you can hang out more often without feeling embarrassed. Avoid being “one of the buddies” because guys don’t date best friends.

If you feel uncomfortable with his friends, that’s okay too. Don’t avoid or walk away when you see them coming.
Use your brothers. If your brother or sister is the same age, you automatically have something to talk about. If his brother is your brother’s friend, even better, suggest that you both take him to the movie theater or amusement park.

Do homework

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Learn about him. Talk to him about his hobbies, family, musical tastes and so on. Find out if any of his interests overlap with yours.

Remember to listen attentively! Mentioning the details he says in a talk will prove you’re a good listener. (Don’t overdo this, or you’ll look like a stalker.)
Try to find common ground between the two of you. Do you both play guitar or do you like the same band? If so, suggest playing the piano together! Do you both play sports? If so, invite him to play with you sometime.

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Support him. It might take a little practice to figure out what makes a difference between the two of you, but give it a try. Consider what he likes to do and remember to look supportive.

Does he play sports? Come to his competitions to cheer. Ask him when the game is and wish him luck if you can’t come. Notice if he tries to find you in the audience?
Encourage him when he’s sad: Every guy has his downfalls, so you can give him some encouragement. Showing your interest will make him more interested in you.
Don’t call a certain boy “handsome” or talk about other people all the time. He may think you like the boy, not me. If you like multiple guys at once, decide which one you want to pursue and just go after him. You can also make many friends and not focus on any one guy! It’s not like you’re getting married! Having more friends is more fun and you don’t have to worry about special treatment because you just see them all as friends. If your crush finds out that you like two people at the same time, he no longer feels special in your eyes.

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Study together. If you’re very good at something and he’s having a hard time with it, offer to help. If it’s the other way around, ask him for help. Here’s how the two of you meet one-on-one and develop a better relationship with him.

You probably already know how to do this, but don’t do too much homework during such classes. Your attention may be diverted elsewhere, but it doesn’t matter! Prepare for the test 1 or 2 days in advance if you can.

Exploring the enemy

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There are a few ways you can tell if a guy likes you or not. Here are some tips for you to find out without having to ask directly.

Ask him to bring his backpack to class. Says that the backpack is very heavy and he looks very healthy so he can carry it easily. If he says yes, that means he likes you enough to do you favors, and also likes being complimented on being healthy.
If you want to say something to another friend while he is there, ask him to cover his ears or step back a little. This just makes him want to know what’s going on, and you know he cares.

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Make sure he doesn’t have a girlfriend. Double check to make sure no one in your group likes him. You shouldn’t complicate the situation with your friends, as you could lose a friend and scare him away.

If one of them likes him, you should discuss who will “get” him. If you guys can’t come to a fair deal (like who likes him first, who he picks, etc.), both of you should give up.
If you decide to let your friend pursue him and they’re happy together, you shouldn’t take this to heart. Maintain a friendship with her. Be happy for them and understand that there are many other guys coming to you in the future.

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Never give up! If you can’t win that person, don’t be sad. Deep down, be confident in who you are, love yourself from the inside out.

Sometimes, after the guy realizes you like them that way, they start seeing you in a different light. Even if he says no, subconsciously he’s probably starting to think about the qualities he likes in you, or why you would make a good girlfriend.
Shy guys don’t always have the courage to tell others how they really feel, or they don’t know how. If you like a boy who is reserved and he doesn’t seem interested in you, it could be because he’s nervous around you and doesn’t know what to do. If he’s shy, keep trying to make him feel natural around you. Obviously, you should date him where he feels most comfortable.

Summary of the problem

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Balanced life. Life certainly isn’t easy for a high school student, but you’re starting to learn how to balance work and emotional issues in your life. Don’t be so focused on books that you don’t have time to hang out with him, and remember that life is so much more than school, and it won’t be long before you remember what you used to be. see in that boy!

If he feels like he can’t keep up with you, he’s probably too nervous and thinks you’re not on his team. If you are a very active person, invite him to come with you and some friends. It’s an opportunity for him to be with you outside of school, in everyday life. Don’t let him feel out of place. If you bring him along, make sure he’s comfortable.
Likewise, don’t take learning too lightly or you’ll end up like a loser. You should fill your life with fun activities and socializing, regardless of whether he likes you or not. If he likes you, life will be better. If he doesn’t like you, life is still fun and meaningful without them!

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Be yourself. That means you have to feel comfortable in your own skin, doing what you like and saying what you want to say. Those who don’t love and respect you for who you are are not worth conquering.

Don’t try to be someone else. He will like you for what you have. You may even have some things in common.

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If you think he likes you, try to pursue it a bit. Let him know you’re interested but not too hungry. If you’re not sure what he’s thinking, be careful with these steps; The results may not be what you expect!

Ask him “Hey man, can we go out someday?”. If he agrees, you’ve done your part. Smile and say you have to go, then you walk away without looking back. Now the ball is on his side.
Offer to go to the movies or go to the school sports game. A movie invite is probably a more serious date, but you can also suggest going to the movies with friends. Inviting him to the school sports game doesn’t necessarily mean “date”. It can be simply understood that the two of you go out together.
If you’re in the US, you can invite him to the Sadie Hawkins dance, if they have one where you live. Sadie Hawkins is an opportunity for girls to invite boys to dance. Gather up the courage to invite him regardless of whether he wants to be your boyfriend or not. If he says yes, then he definitely likes you.

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Send love letters. If this still doesn’t impress him, try writing a love letter. Write a funny flirty letter from a mysterious person and keep it in his desk drawer. Leave a codeword like the word “rose” at the end of each message, saying if he knows who’s writing the letter. After the first week you start giving hints that it’s you, by writing about the things he likes, and then talking to him about them. Once he sees that you have common interests, they will definitely give you a chance.

Don’t write anything that would embarrass you if someone else accidentally reads it. Messages may be sent to the wrong place. If someone else finds the letter then both of you can be teased!

Advice

If you know he’s about to ask you out, you need to stay calm. Maybe he’s just as nervous as you are.
As well as talking about yourself, you should ask about what he likes to find out what you two have in common.
Ask for a phone number so you can text.
If he’s struggling with something then you should offer to help. It shows that you are a smart and kind person.
Try to make eye contact to show that you care about him. Ask a mutual friend to introduce you to him.
Never lie or spread rumors about him and you.
Take it slow and don’t force anything.
Hang out with some of his friends to build relationships with them.
If you think he likes you but aren’t sure, ask your friends for advice. It doesn’t hurt to have another opinion.
When teasing him you should not overdo it because he may think you hate him.
Try to get his phone number, if he doesn’t have one, ask for the name of a social media account, like instagram or snapchat.

Warning

Don’t ask a guy out just because it’s “trendy” or “everyone does,” do it because you really like him.
Don’t change yourself for anyone, and never let a guy look down on you. If you didn’t need him before, you don’t now either. If the boy is a troublemaker, you shouldn’t imitate that behavior to impress.
Do not absolutely follow the school age magazines, sometimes they give very general and unnecessary advice. If you feel like some advice doesn’t work for you, it probably doesn’t.
If things don’t go your way then you still have a lot of options out there, don’t let him decide if you’re a good girlfriend or not.
Don’t follow him too closely, or they’ll think you’re weird. Remember, there are plenty of other cool guys to choose from! Good luck!
Don’t try to make him jealous by flirting with other people. It seems to show that you don’t like him, and he probably doesn’t like you either after seeing you flirt with someone else.
Don’t worry if he doesn’t like you. Even the smartest supermodel or secretary of state has fallen in love at some point. He is not the ultimate judge of your personality.
If you see him hugging another girl, don’t be jealous — it will only make you sad. If he asks if you’re okay, you’ll only make the situation worse if you let your jealousy out.
Don’t act like the two of you have everything in common because it will turn him off.

Steps