How to Attract a Capricorn Guy (an Expert Astrologer's Tips)

Co-authored by Tara Divina and Caroline Heiderscheit

Last Updated: May 16, 2024 Fact Checked

Capricorn guys are dependable, clever, and totally underrated for their killer senses of humor—so if you've got a crush, you've chosen well. You might be thinking, how on Earth will I get the attention of a boy who's always so focused? Good news is, it's much easier than it seems. Mainly, these guys just want to feel appreciated and understood by the people close to them. To snag the attention of your crush, read these tips for how to attract a Capricorn boy below.

Ways to Attract a Capricorn Man

Make the first move to show him how confident you are.
Talk about your goals so he can see that you’re ambitious and independent.
Compliment his talents, skills, and accomplishments to let him know you’re interested.

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Make the first move if you want to.

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A Capricorn guy isn't afraid of how confident you are. This sign does not need to be the one chasing you. In fact, he’ll probably love to see that you take matters into your own hands. So, if you’re crushing on a dreamy Capricorn boy, don’t be afraid to let him know. ^{[1]
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- Invite him for a walk, dinner, or movie if you feel inspired.
- If you think he’s looking great at a party, tell him so.
- You can even come right out and say it: “Hey, I wanted to let you know that I’m into you. What do you think about that?”

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Appreciate his abilities and achievements.

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Capricorn guys want compliments–but only ones they can really trust. This sign hates to feel like the people around them are being fake, and they take themselves really seriously. If your compliment feels silly or over the top to him, he might not trust you. On the other hand, there’s nothing in the world a Capricorn craves more than an honest compliment. Play it safe by praising his skills, talents, or accomplishments, and he'll be totally into it. ^{[2]
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- “Wow, you’re great at commanding a room. How’d you become such a great public speaker?”
- “You’ve got serious talent as a goalie. I can’t believe you stopped that last one.”
- “You got an A in AP European History? I thought those were just a myth.”

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Make him laugh.

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Getting a Capricorn to lighten up can be tough, but he’ll love you for it. These guys have got an amazing, dry sense of humor, but sometimes people have a hard time giving it back to them. ^{[3]
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- Try out some sarcasm. If he asks if you're in a bad mood, you could say, "No I actually love when I forget to bring in my homework. Really adds some excitement to my day!"
- If he asks you what you like to do, try a deadpan, silly response: "My main hobbies are watching TikToks and obsessing over how much time I waste on TikTok."

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Stay sophisticated when you flirt.

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No matter what, Capricorn boys want elegance and class. If you’re trying to hit on a Capricorn crush (go you!), you should definitely make sure you keep things PG and polite. Some people flirt by making fun of their crush, making themselves the center of attention to gain their crush's notice, or by getting super physical. With a Capricorn, these would all be a bit too much for him. Instead, you want to go for casual, refined flirting, like simply giving him your undivided attention during long conversation and holding deep eye contact while we speaks. ^{[5]
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- Try some simple touches throughout the night. For instance, touch his hand gently to direct his attention towards something across the room.

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Be super gentle and sweet.

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Capricorn boys are their own worst critics, so he'll love your kindness. This sign is often attracted to people that are able to be soft, understanding, and tender with the people they care about. If you can find ways to be a bright spot in your Capricorn crush’s day, it’ll mean the world to him. ^{[6]
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- If you catch him being self-critical, try offering some perspective. “Do you think you might be being a little hard on yourself?”
- Celebrate his little wins with him. All of those little achievements he’d normally breeze right past, you can help him feel proud of.

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Show him how independent you are.

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Capricorn guys want someone who's comfortable on their own. Even though he wants to be needed, deep down, he’s most attracted to people who are secure in themselves already. So in some ways, the best way to get his attention is just to focus on yourself! Spend time doing all of the things you love alone, work on yourself, and make sure he knows you’re thrive solo, too. ^{[7]
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- Focus on your sport, your craft, or your education.
- Learn a new skill. Maybe it’s time to pick back up the violin lessons you took as a kid.

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Prove that you’re ambitious.

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A Capricorn’s life is all about hitting goals, and he’ll hope that's you, too. He’s into hardworking people that take themselves seriously. Everyone has goals in life and things that they would do anything to achieve. Make sure he’s well aware of what yours are, and he’ll swoon. ^{[8]
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- If you’re working on a new painting that you’re really excited about, talk to him about it. Mention how many hours you’ve put in.
- Maybe you just broke your 50 freestyle personal record in swimming. Don't be afraid to let him know. You could even explain how you stay motivated.
- Or, maybe you’re working hard for someone you love. If you’ve been helping your BFF through a breakup, he’ll admire that, too.

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Make sure he knows you don't think he's boring.

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Capricorn boys might feel like others find them unexciting. He’ll feel totally understood if you can find a way to express that you don’t see him that way at all. Of course, it’s hard to come right out and say, “You know, I actually don’t think you’re a snore!” But, you can openly appreciate him for qualities that he may worry other people think are bland. ^{[9]
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- If he’s spending hours responsibly planning his schedule, let him know that you think it’s great he’s so organized.
- If he’s talking at length about his work or school life, express that you love how ambitious he is.
- If he’s texting the group chat, reminding friends to bring sunscreen and be on time before a trip, thank him later for it.

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Let him help you with something.

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Your Capricorn crush wants you to be independent but still need him. If you have an assignment, a project, or a problem that you think he’d be able to help you with, ask him for a hand. Guys of this sign absolutely thrive on being needed and usually end up feeling really close to people who appreciate their help. ^{[10]
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- If you’ve got a gnarly math assignment, ask him to walk you through a problem.
- You may have a home decor project on your docket. Ask him to help you hang that new frame on the wall with you.
- Maybe you’re trying to make some money for a summer trip. Ask him to help you strategize ways to meet your target before you leave.

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Make him look good around other people.

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When you’re on a Capricorn boy’s arm, he’ll want you to impress. Men of this sign are all about how things look. If he’s introducing you to friends, his family, or his coworkers, he’ll definitely be hoping you present well. Or, even better, he’ll be hoping that you fluff him up a bit, too. ^{[11]
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- If he’s inviting you out somewhere, be on time, dress appropriately (if you’re unsure, err on the side of overdressed), and be polite.
- When you get the chance, don’t be afraid to throw him a compliment around others. He’ll love it if you mention an award he won, for instance.

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Surprise him with a little gift.

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To some guys, a nice shirt, a new wallet, or a journal may not mean too much. But to a Capricorn guy, this will definitely pull on his heart strings. For the ultimate planner who’s always taking care of everyone else, giving the gift as a surprise will make the gesture even more attractive to him. ^{[12]
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Put playing games on the backburner.

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These guys don’t see any point in messing around or sending mixed signals. If he starts to pick up on the fact that you’re doing that with him, he might start to feel like you’re not a serious person. If there’s one thing a Capricorn boy really wants, it’s someone who knows what they want and is upfront about it. ^{[13]
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Get ready to take it slow.

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Capricorn guys love commitment, but they’ll take a while to get there. If you’re feeling impatient, he shouldn’t know that. If your Capricorn crush feels like he’s being pushed too hard, it could actually sway him in the opposite direction. Instead, you should trust that usually, when a Capricorn man does finally decide what he wants something (hopefully, you!), he’s super serious about it. ^{[14]
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- If you give him time to make his decision on his own, that'll make you all the more crush-worthy to him!

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Just learned the guy that I've been seeing is a Capricorn and this is the first time I've ever dated one. I have no idea what to really expect fr... Read More

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