Q&A for How to Easily Read Faces and Facial Expressions

Return to Full Article

Coming soon

Add New Question

Question

How do you know if a girl likes you secretly?

Elvina Lui, MFT
Marriage & Family Therapist
Elvina Lui is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in relationship counseling based in the San Francisco Bay Area. Elvina received her Masters in Counseling from Western Seminary in 2007 and trained under the Asian Family Institute in San Francisco and the New Life Community Services in Santa Cruz. She has over 13 years of counseling experience and is trained in the harm reduction model.

Elvina Lui, MFT

Marriage & Family Therapist

Expert Answer

She might stand a little closer to you and/or have relaxed body language (e.g., uncrossed arms, loose shoulders).

Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.
Thank you for your feedback.
If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow
Yes No

Not Helpful 1 Helpful 5
Question

How can I detect lies within my relationship?

Maria Avgitidis
Matchmaker & Dating Expert
Maria Avgitidis is the CEO & Matchmaker of Agape Match, a matchmaking service based out of New York City. For over a decade, she has successfully combined four generations of family matchmaking tradition with modern relationship psychology and search techniques to ensure her professional clientele are introduced to their ultimate match. Maria and Agape Match have been featured in The New York Times, The Financial Times, Fast Company, CNN, Esquire, Elle, Reuters, Vice, and Thrillist.

Maria Avgitidis

Matchmaker & Dating Expert

Expert Answer

You can tell if someone's lying if they are either being avoidant about the subject, the times don't add up when they tell stories, or they close off when you ask them about certain things. I also think that if your intuition is that sensitive where you feel like someone's not being open and trusting, you should have a conversation with them to talk about it.

Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.
Thank you for your feedback.
If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow
Yes No

Not Helpful 0 Helpful 2
Question

How accurate are the readings? Do I have to be a pro?

Community Answer

These are just the basics, so you don't have to be a pro. You can learn this and improvise, or go for training to become a pro.

Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.
Thank you for your feedback.
If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow
Yes No

Not Helpful 4 Helpful 31
Question

Does these expressions differ from person to person based on MBTI?

Community Answer

Generally, no. There are some studies suggesting that sociopaths and some other people with personality disorders may react slightly different. Sociopaths tend to be less pronounced in their expressions according to these studies, but there is no conclusive evidence. As for introverted and extroverted persons, there may be minor but negligible differences. The only thing that can be said for sure is that virtually all people share the same emotional responses, though some may be better at hiding them due to certain personality traits.

Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.
Thank you for your feedback.
If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow
Yes No

Not Helpful 2 Helpful 16
Question

If someone answers me by smiling and keeps her distance, what does that mean? Is she lying?

Community Answer

Not necessarily. It could also be a sign that she is shy.

Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.
Thank you for your feedback.
If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow
Yes No

Not Helpful 2 Helpful 14
Question

I asked someone a question, and they laughed as they answered. What does that mean?

Community Answer

It could be they were being humorous in their answer, or that they find your question funny. They might also have been saying something sarcastic. Some people just laugh when they're nervous.

Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.
Thank you for your feedback.
If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow
Yes No

Not Helpful 5 Helpful 19
Question

What does it mean when someone pinches between the eyebrows with their head down and eyes closed?

Community Answer

It could mean you angered them, or they are in a state of disgust or disappointment.

Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.
Thank you for your feedback.
If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow
Yes No

Not Helpful 1 Helpful 9
Question

If someone is lying, will they automatically become defensive or ignore someone else?

Community Answer

Liars can become defensive, but this is not always the case. It's definitely not enough on its own to draw a certain conclusion.

Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.
Thank you for your feedback.
If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow
Yes No

Not Helpful 2 Helpful 10
Question

Are there any facial signs that show intelligence?

Community Answer

Staring off into the distance on a regular basis might indicate that a person is thinking about something important. Sometimes, slightly lowered eyebrows, pursed lips, and/or squinting eyes might also be indicators of a thinking or intelligent person.

Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.
Thank you for your feedback.
If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow
Yes No

Not Helpful 4 Helpful 7
Question

How do I read body language?

Community Answer

Check Read Body Language for some good tips.

Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.
Thank you for your feedback.
If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow
Yes No

Not Helpful 1 Helpful 3
Question

How do I tell whether someone loves me via actions?

Community Answer

Consult the latter two sections of Show Love to see if the person exhibits these behaviors.

Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.
Thank you for your feedback.
If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow
Yes No

Not Helpful 1 Helpful 3