How to Propose To a Boy Who Is Not a Friend

Co-authored by Lisa Shield

Last Updated: June 19, 2022

To propose someone you need to be his friend first, if you know him,talk to him, only then you will be able to propose him. Here are some easy steps on how to propose to him.

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First get to know him, if you have any common friends, ask them to introduce you to him. If you don't have any then you make the first move. Go ahead, try to strike up a conversation with him. Drop something in front of him, notebook, pen, anything. if he picks it up for you then he is willing to talk to you.
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Sometimes it is more comfortable to talk online than face to face.

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Which is his favourite basketball team, does he like reading books etc. etc. If he is on any social networking site then you can easily check out his info.
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You can ask him to help you with some homework, if he agrees, that's a good sign, that means he is interested in you.
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Or invite them for a movie, talk to him whenever you get a chance, but don't just cling to him.
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Choose a place away from your classmates and friends.If he is a friend on your social networking site then you can tell him there that you want to meet him at this particular place and you have something important to tell.
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Don't say it directly on his face, it might be awkward, say it like, 'i want to tell you something', then say that you like him.

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Be more expressive while talking with him and be genuine.

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Don't try to talk to him whenever you meet him, sometimes give him the chance to start a conversation with you.

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If he wants some time to think over the matter, give him some time. Keep away from him, during this time, don't loiter around him this may make him feel uncomfortable.

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Don't do it if you feel that he is not interested in you.

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If he avoids you, doesn't look at you while talking to you, tries not to cross your path then he doesn't like you and it would be better if you just leave him and move on.

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