18 Emojis Guys Use when They Love You (2024)

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Co-authored byJohn Keeganand Aly Rusciano

Last Updated: May 20, 2024Fact Checked

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1. A 😇 emoji could mean he wants to be more than a friend. This happily innocent-looking emoji is anything but! If a guy sends the halo emoji your way, he’s definitely flirting and may even be suggesting something naughty.^[1]

   • Send him a 😉 emoji in return to let him know you want to be more than friends too.
   • Be bold and reply with something like, “Aw! You’re too cute! What are you doing later?”

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1. A guy will send a 😍 emoji if he thinks you’re gorgeous. This flirtatious heart-eyed emoji is the universal symbol for saying, “I love it!” You may find a 😍 emoji in your inbox if he only has eyes for you.

   • He might comment on your social media post with something like, “My eyes have been blessed 😍” or “You’re fine 😍”
   • Tell him you like him by sending a compliment of your own.

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1. If he loves you, he’ll send a virtual hug with a 🤗 emoji. This playful emoji is a not-so-subtle way to give you a flirtatious hug. A guy may send this if he’s not so sure about your feelings because it’s not as obvious as 😉 or 😜.^[2]

   • Dare to do what he didn’t and reply with 😜 or 😉 to say, “Dude, I like you!”
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1. The classic 😉 means he’s digging you. This smiley face is a universal sign of flirtation in the most casual way. It can turn the simplest message into something blush-inducing!

   • If he asks, “What are you doing? 😉” he may be looking to see if you’d be down to go on a date.
   • Keep your responses flirty and add a 😉 emoji of your own to show him you feel the same way.

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1. If he sends a 😏 emoji, he’s totally flirting with you. This smirking and charming face is a not-so-subtle way to say “hey” with a sexual connotation. Chances are if he loves you, he’ll send you a 😏 emoji along with a romantic suggestion.^[3]

   • Show him you like him too by sending 😏 and sexy message back.

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1. A 😘 emoji could be his way of saying, “I like you.” This flirtatious emoji is the perfect addition to any text, whether he’s complimenting you or saying goodnight. If you get a 😘 emoji, chances are he’s got more than just a little crush.

   • Send a 😘 emoji back to return his kiss.

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1. If he uses a 😅 emoji, he likes you so much he’s nervous. This smiley face is the epitome of anxious laughter. Maybe he sent a text confessing his love for you along with a “So, yeah 😅.”

   • Reassure him if you’re into him too.
   • Text him back something like, “Why so nervous? 😉” or “That’s the sweetest thing anyone’s ever said to me! 🥰”

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1. Sending a 😌 emoji means he cares about you. If he asks how you are and you say “good,” he may reply with a relieved face to show that he’s glad—if you’re good, he’s good! This is his way of saying he’s emotionally invested in you and your life.

   • Like his reply to show him you care about his sentiment.
   • Go the extra mile and ask him how he is, showing that you’re also emotionally invested in him.

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1. A 🙈 emoji means he’s feeling a little shy. You make him blush, and sending this cute monkey emoji is his way of showing it! He might send a 🙈 emoji after saying you’re pretty or asking you on a date.

   • Send him a smiley face in return or tell him how cute you think he is.

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1. If a guy sends a ❤️ emoji, he loves you with all his heart. The red heart emoji is no joke, especially when it comes to romantic relationships. It’s the universal text symbol for love. If he finishes a text with a ❤️, he’s saying, “I love you.”^[4]

   • Send a ❤️ emoji back if you love him too.
   • If you’re not ready to send a ❤️ emoji just yet, reply with a 💛 emoji. This colored heart says, “I like you a lot,” without committing to “love.”^[5]

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1. Genuine affection can be shown with 🥰. This adorable emoji is commonly used to express love and warmth. If he truly cares about you, he’ll use a 🥰 emoji to show it.^[6]

   • He may reply to one of your messages with a 🥰 emoji to say, “You’ve warmed my heart.”
   • Reply with ❤️ and 😊 to say, “I love you.”

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1. A guy could express his love with a 😚 emoji.^[7] This kissing emoji isn’t as flirtatious as the 😘 emoji, making it the perfect option for a guy who’s testing out the waters. If he sends you a 😚 emoji, he’s wondering if you like him too.

   • Jump the hurdle for him and send him a 😘 emoji in return, so he knows exactly how you feel.

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1. A 😊 emoji could be a sign that you make him blush. If he’s head over heels for you, he may amp up his smiley face game and use 😊 instead of 🙂. The squinty eyes and rosy cheeks of the 😊 emoji just scream, “I like you!”

   • Use a 😊 emoji when texting him to let him know you like him back.

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1. A guy may imply a date with a 😋 emoji. If he really likes you, he may send you this playful yet flirtatious emoji, especially if he mentions food.^[8]

   • He might say, “I’m totally craving pizza right now 😋”
   • Let him know you’re craving what he’s craving, and he may just ask you to join him!

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1. If he sends a 😜 emoji, he’s feeling extra flirty. You’re on his radar, and he’s not afraid to show it! The playful 😜 is a level up from the classic 😉 and has a fun, sexual vibe. If he loves you, he’ll most likely add this emoji at the end of a sexy, flirtatious message.

   • If you’re in a romantic mood, keep the sexy vibes rolling by sending a few cheeky messages or compliments his way.
   • Try saying something like, “You really know how to get a girl going 😏” or “Could say the same to you, babe! 😜”

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1. He’s fascinated by you if he sends a 🤩 emoji. This dazzling smiley face screams, “Wow!” Whether he’s amazed by something you did or said, he’s obviously impressed. You’re stealing his heart, and this is his way of showing it.

   • Shower your reply with hearts and smiley face emojis to show how much you appreciate his love.

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1. A guy sees himself in a relationship with you if he uses 💕. This double heart emoji is innocent-looking enough, but it could have a deeper meaning. If you’re not in a relationship with him yet, he may send you a 💕 emoji to say he’s thinking about asking you out.

   • Ask him what’s on his mind if he sends you this emoji.
   • Be subtle and pass along a compliment and 😊, or go bold and ask, “So, what’s up with the hearts? 👀”

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1. The 💋 emoji sends a virtual kiss and an “I love you.” This emoji is exactly what it looks like—a kiss! If a guy loves you, he may send a 💋 emoji your way to seal his message with a kiss.^[9]

   • Send a 💋 emoji, 😘, or ❤️ back to say, “I love you, too!”

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