How to Compliment a Girl's Smile

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You matched with a girl on Tinder and immediately noticed how great her smile is. Or maybe you're texting your crush and thinking about letting her know you love her smile. Whatever the situation, you might be wondering: is complimenting a girl's smile a good idea? And if so, what should you say? Don't worry—we've got all the answers, including when it's a good idea to compliment a girl's smile (and when it's not). We've also got lots of example compliments you can use for inspiration.
This article is based on an interview with our dating coach, John Keegan. Check out the full interview here.

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Compliments for a Girl’s Smile

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    She’ll love that you’re happy when she’s in a good mood. Your smile will already give away how you’re feeling, but it’ll sound really sweet when you say it out loud.
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    Let her know her smile caught your eye and made you want to chat . If you feel like you could open up and talk about anything with a girl after she smiles at you, tell her! Taking a slow and gentle approach makes your compliment sound more sincere so she’ll warm up to you even more. [1]
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    A short and simple compliment will still mean a lot to hear. You don’t have to spend a lot of time thinking of something clever to say in the moment. Even quickly saying something positive about the girl you’re talking to will make her feel really good about herself. [2]
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    The girl you’re chatting with will love knowing she has a breathtaking smile. If you can’t think of any words to describe how seeing her smile makes you feel, just be honest. You’ll flatter her without saying anything because your compliment makes her smile seem so perfect, that it’s indescribable.
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    Telling your girl that she’s stunning shows that you’re into her. She’ll feel really special knowing that her smile stands out from the crowd and that it caught your eye.
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    She’ll love knowing that her smile brightens up your day. It’ll be so sweet when she knows that her smile brings good energy no matter where she goes.
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    She’ll love knowing that her smile is absolutely radiant. You’ll make her feel like she’s absolutely glowing any time she flashes a smile in your direction.
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    Get a little goofy when you mention her bright and beaming smile. Comparing her smile to something else that shines keeps your conversation light-hearted and makes her laugh —meaning you get to see her smile even more! [3]
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    A quick and humorous compliment keeps the mood light. You’re telling her that she has a nice smile by saying she’s taking good care of her teeth, so it’ll sound quirky and make her laugh.
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    A cute exaggeration will sound really flattering. You’ll make your crush feel like a model when you tell her how attractive her smile looks.
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    Mentioning her other features shows her that you’re attentive. When she smiles, look at her other features and mention anything specific you think is cute. It’ll make her feel like you notice all the small details and appreciate the compliment. [4]
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    Use a genuine, romantic compliment if you want her to know you’re interested. It’ll sound really intimate when you tell your crush how she really makes you feel. She’ll hear that you really mean what you’re saying so it will sound more sincere. [5]
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    Your crush will love hearing you always want to see her smiling. If there was a way to take her everywhere just so you could be there when she smiled, you would do it. She’ll think it’s really cute and romantic that you couldn’t go a day without seeing her smile.
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    Make her feel really special when you say her smile instantly cheers you up. If you’ve been having a rough day, let your girl know that she makes you feel safe and loved. It’ll warm her heart hearing how much she boosts your mood and makes you feel happy.
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    Show your crush that you’re committed with a meaningful compliment. Save the most sincere compliments for when you’re dating . She’ll really appreciate that you care and want to be around for all the happy times in her life.
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Should you compliment a girl’s smile?

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    Whether you’re texting your crush or messaging a new match on a dating app, mentioning that you love her smile is a safe bet. She'll most likely think it's sweet and flattering!
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    Girls appreciate it when you mention things you like about them that aren't just related to their appearance. If you compliment her smile now, next time aim for something more related to what she’s like as a person or the kinds of things she likes. For example:
    • “You’re such a good listener.”
    • “You’re so talented! You never fail to impress me 😊”
    • “I really admire how optimistic you are.”
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    Avoid complimenting a girl's smile in a professional setting. If you work with your crush or just think your coworker has a nice smile, it’s probably better to keep your thoughts to yourself. Your coworker may take your compliment the wrong way and feel uncomfortable since you're in a professional setting. Save smile compliments for datings apps and text conversations with your crush.
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      1. ↑ John Keegan. Dating Coach. Expert Interview. 5 November 2019.
      2. ↑ John Keegan. Dating Coach. Expert Interview. 29 June 2021.
      3. ↑ John Keegan. Dating Coach. Expert Interview. 5 November 2019.
      4. ↑ https://www.askmen.com/dating/player_250/250_love_games.html
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