Hugs have multiple meanings! If you want to find out what it means to be hugged, find the answer by reading this article. The reason someone hugs you can't be determined by just one aspect, such as how long or when he hugged you. Make sure you consider the following aspects in order to draw the right conclusions.
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Method 1 of 10: How to hug
Step 1. A hug from behind is usually a romantic hug
This hug is a nonverbal communication that is often done by two people who are very close and trust each other. If you are hugged from behind, it is almost certain that this hug is romantic because you have a close relationship with him.
If someone approaches you from the side and hugs your waist with one hand, they are embracing you as a friend. This hug can be very intimate, but it is not a romantic hug
Method 2 of 10: Body language
Step 1. Does his body touch yours or is there some distance in the hug?
A stiff or unrelaxed body is a sign of a neutral hug. If the two of you don't get along and he keeps his distance when you hug, he may find it awkward or forced to do so because everyone else is hugging you.
- Don't jump to conclusions based on a smile, but it looks like he's happy to meet you if he smiles broadly. He likes you if you keep a smile on his face after the hug, but the hug may be just a friend, it may be romantic.
- Usually, people who hug without making eye contact or stare for only a moment don't engage in romantic hugs.
Method 3 of 10: The warmth of a hug
Step 1. He likes you if his hug is really tight
It's possible that he sees you as a friend, but it's also possible that he likes you. So, don't jump to conclusions based on whether the hug is tight or not, unless he's hugging you like he's hugging because these hugs aren't usually romantic.
- Pay attention to the distance between your body and his body when hugging. If he hugs you, it looks like a romantic hug. If he presses his belly against yours, it's almost certain that he likes you more than just a friend.
- A loose or stiff hug is not the same as a polite hug. A warm, polite hug can be a sign of a good relationship or friendship.
Method 4 of 10: The duration and moment of cuddling
Step 1. A brief hug is usually platonic
The longer the duration, the more likely he is to like you. Also, consider when you're being hugged. Friends usually hug each other when they meet or part. If he comes up to you for a hug even if it's just casual when you're hanging out with friends, this hug is different. It seems like he likes you more than just a friend.
Hugging when meeting and parting with friends is common. So, don't immediately conclude that the hug is romantic
Method 5 of 10: Hand position
Step 1. Usually, the lower the hand position, the higher the physical attraction
If his arms wrap around your waist and he presses your lower back with his hands, this may be a romantic hug, especially if he brings your belly close to his. Don't jump to conclusions if he presses your upper back against him as this is normal when cuddling with friends.
If he touches your butt or rubs your waist, chances are he likes you
Method 6 of 10: Arm position
Step 1. Does he use one or both arms when hugging you?
Embracing the neck or shoulder with one arm is a sign of a friendly hug. If his arms are around your neck, consider other aspects, such as how tightly he hugs you and the parts of his body he touches when he hugs you. If he reaches your arms under your armpits and grabs your upper back, it's usually a platonic hug.
On the other hand, a hug can be sure to be romantic if he hugs you while wrapping his arms around your waist
Method 7 of 10: Hand gesture
Step 1. The circular motion of stroking is more affectionate, while the patting motion is neutral
Don't draw conclusions based on hand movements, except patting on the back because this movement is usually done between friends, especially if the patting is light only once or twice. Usually, a hug accompanied by slow hand movements in a circle or a gentle caress on the upper or lower back is a sign of a romantic or sensual hug.
Repeated pats on the back are usually meant to comfort or empathize for some reason. This gesture is not characteristic of a romantic hug
Method 8 of 10: Body parts that touch each other
Step 1. Hugs are neutral if only the upper body is touching each other
If the upper body and chest touch each other, this kind of hug is usually done when meeting friends. If the chest and stomach touch each other during a hug, this physical contact seems to be colored by sexual attraction!
Don't jump to conclusions if he hugs you while standing facing each other, then touches your cheek with his cheek. This hug shows intimacy, but can be an expression of friendship if the two of you haven't seen each other for a long time
Method 9 out of 10: The current situation
Step 1. Hugging when meeting friends is common
When attending an important event, whether happy (such as graduation) or sad (such as a funeral), friends usually hug each other in situations like this. Before jumping to conclusions, take a moment to see what other people are doing. If they're hugging too, don't assume the hug is romantic.
Method 10 out of 10: Meeting frequency
Step 1. Have you hugged her recently?
If you just met him yesterday, he's more likely to like you if he hugged you again when he saw you today. However, the reasons could be different if the two of you haven't seen each other for a long time. It could be that his hugs are platonic as he hugs you tightly after seeing each other again after a few years.
