How can you tell if a guy likes you through his messages? By decoding the emojis he sends you, of course! From flirtatious smiles to cheeky winks, we’ll explain all the symbols he might use when he’s falling for you. Keep reading to find out the most popular emojis guys use and how to respond to them!
Steps
😇 (Smiling face with a halo emoji)

An emoji 😇 may suggest that the guy is interested in something more than friendship with you. This innocent, happy symbol doesn’t imply anything else! If a guy sends you a halo emoji, he’s definitely flirting, and it might even hint at something a little naughty.
- Send him a 😉 emoji to let him know you’re on the same page.
- Be bold and respond with something like, “You’re so sweet! What’s your plan later?”
😍 (Heart eyes emoji)

A guy will send a 😍 emoji if he thinks you’re absolutely stunning. This heart-eyes emoji is a universal symbol that says “I like you!” You might spot a 😍 in your inbox if he’s got his eyes on you.
- He might comment on your social media with something like “Wow, you look amazing 😍” or “You’re so beautiful 😍”
- Return the compliment by sending him a compliment.
🤗 (Hugging face emoji)

If he’s in love with you, he’ll send you a virtual hug with a 🤗 emoji. This cheerful emoji represents a flirtatious hug. He might send this if he’s unsure of how you feel, as it’s not as direct as 😉 or 😜.
- Be bold and do what he might not dare to do by responding with a 😜 or 😉 to say, “Hey, I like you!”
😉 (Winking face emoji)

The classic 😉 emoji signals that he’s flirting with you. This smiling face is one of the most common symbols of flirtation. It can turn even the simplest message into something that will make you blush!
- If he asks, “What are you doing? 😉” he’s probably asking if you want to go out on a date.
- Keep the flirtatious vibe and add your own 😉 emoji to show him you feel the same way.
😏 (Smirking face emoji)

If he sends a 😏 emoji, it’s clear that he’s flirting with you. This playful smirk is his way of saying hello with a seductive flair. If he’s into you, he might send a 😏 emoji along with a romantic suggestion.
- Respond with a 😏 and a flirty message to let him know you’re into him too.
😘 (Kissing face emoji)

A 😘 emoji might be his way of saying “I like you.” This is a perfect flirting symbol that can be added to any message, whether he’s complimenting you or wishing you goodnight. If you get a 😘 emoji, he probably likes you more than just a little!
- Send him a 😘 emoji back to return his kiss.
😅 (Emoji mặt cười toe toét với giọt mồ hôi)

Nếu anh ấy dùng một emoji 😅 thì nghĩa là chàng thích bạn đến mức khiến chàng căng thẳng. Gương mặt cười này là hình ảnh thu nhỏ của kiểu cười lo lắng. Có thể anh ấy đã gửi một tin nhắn thú nhận chàng yêu bạn kèm một emoji 😅.”
- Hãy làm cho chàng yên tâm nếu bạn cũng thích chàng.
- Nhắn lại cho chàng câu nào đó như “Sao anh phải căng thẳng thế? 😉” hoặc “Chưa ai nói với em câu nào ngọt ngào như vậy đâu! 🥰”
😌 (Emoji mặt nhẹ nhõm)

Emoji 😌 biểu thị rằng chàng quan tâm đến bạn. Nếu anh ấy hỏi bạn có khỏe không và nhận được lời đáp “em ổn”, chàng có thể trả lời bằng một emoji mặt nhẹ nhõm để cho biết là chàng vui mừng - nếu bạn ổn, chàng cũng ổn! Đây là một cách bày tỏ rằng chàng gửi gắm tình cảm cho bạn và cuộc đời bạn.
- Nhấn like dưới phản hồi của anh ấy để cho chàng biết bạn quan tâm đến tình cảm của chàng.
- Dấn thêm một bước nữa bằng một lời hỏi thăm để chàng biết rằng bạn cũng trao tình cảm cho chàng.
🙈 (Emoji khỉ không nhìn điều xấu)

The 🙈 emoji means he’s a bit shy. You’ve made him blush, and he sends this cute monkey emoji to let you know! He might send you 🙈 after complimenting you on how beautiful you are or hinting at asking you out.
- Respond with a smile or tell him you think he’s adorable.
❤️ (Red heart emoji)

If a guy sends you a ❤️ emoji, it means he loves you with all his heart. The red heart emoji is no joke, especially when it’s tied to romantic relationships. It’s the universal symbol for love in texts. If he ends a message with ❤️, it’s his way of saying 'I love you.'
- Send him back a ❤️ if you love him too.
- If you’re not ready to send a ❤️, you can respond with a 💛. The yellow heart expresses 'I like you a lot' without saying 'I love you.'
🥰 (Smiling face with three hearts emoji)

Sincere affection is expressed through the 🥰 emoji. This sweet symbol is often used to convey love and warmth. If he truly cares about you, he’ll use 🥰 to show it.
- He might reply to one of your messages with 🥰 to say, 'You’ve warmed my heart.'
- Respond with a ❤️ and 😊 to say 'I love you.'
😚 (Kissing face with closed eyes emoji)

Guys might express love with a 😚 emoji. This kissing face isn’t as intense as 😘, making it the perfect choice for a guy testing the waters. If he sends you a 😚 emoji, it means he’s wondering if you like him.
- Break the barrier for him by sending back a 😘 emoji to show him how you feel.
😊 (Smiling face with squinted eyes emoji)

The 😊 emoji could be a sign that you’ve made him blush. If he’s already smitten with you, he might up the sweetness by using 😊 instead of 🙂. The squinted eyes and rosy cheeks of this emoji seem to scream 'I like you!'
- Send him a 😊 emoji when texting him to let him know you like him too.
😋 (Face savoring food emoji)

He might suggest a date with a 😋 emoji. If he really likes you, he might send a cheeky and flirtatious emoji, especially when talking about food.
- He might say, 'I’m craving pizza so badly 😋'
- Let him know you're craving what he's craving, and he might invite you to enjoy it together!
😜 (Winking face with stuck-out tongue emoji)

If he sends a 😜 emoji, it means he's flirting with you. If you’ve caught his eye, he won’t hesitate to show it! The 😜 emoji is a more playful and seductive version of 😉. If he loves you, he’s likely to send it after a cheeky message.
- If you feel the same, keep the flirtation going by sending some bold messages or similar compliments.
- Try saying something like, 'You really know how to get a girl excited 😏' or 'I feel the same way, babe! 😜'
🤩 (Star-struck face emoji)

If he sends you a 🤩 emoji, it means you’ve mesmerized him. This dazzling smiling face emoji seems to shout 'Wow!' It’s clear that he’s impressed by something you said or did. You’re stealing his heart, and this is his way of showing it.
- Send him lots of hearts and smiles to show how touched you are by his love.
💕 (Two hearts emoji)

If he uses the 💕 emoji, he might be indicating that he sees the relationship as already established with you. This symbol of two hearts can seem innocent but might carry a deeper meaning. If you're not yet romantically involved with him, he could use the 💕 emoji to suggest he's thinking about inviting you out.
- Ask him what he's thinking if he sends you this emoji.
- You can subtly compliment him with a 😊 or be bolder and ask, 'What’s the meaning of these two hearts? 👀'
💋 (Kiss mark emoji)

The 💋 emoji sends a virtual kiss and a message of 'I love you.' This symbol represents exactly what it shows – a kiss! If he’s in love with you, he might send the 💋 emoji to seal his message with a kiss.
- Send back a 💋, 😘, or ❤️ emoji to reply with 'I love you too!'