How can I tell if a guy is straight or gay?

Honestly, everyone is unique, so there's no surefire way. It's best to communicate openly with the person and respect their privacy. Stereotypes aren't reliable.

Are there any signs that a guy might be curious about his sexuality?

If a guy is exploring or questioning, he might show interest in conversations about sexuality. But remember, it's their journey, so be patient and supportive.

What should I do if I think my boyfriend might be gay?

Talk to him! Open, non-judgmental communication is key. Let him know it's a safe space to share his feelings.

Is it possible for a straight guy to have traits people might consider 'gay'?

Absolutely. Interests like fashion, cooking, or even wearing colorful clothes (like a cardigan!) don't define someone's sexuality. Everyone should feel free to be themselves.

How do I approach a conversation about sexuality without being awkward?

Just be genuine and respectful. Maybe start with something like, 'I've been wondering about a few things about us, mind if we chat?' And remember, it's okay if it feels a bit awkward at first.

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Here’s a 'gaily' (pun intended) interesting article from AOL Personals about how to tell if someone's gay or not.

There's this study conducted by researchers NYU, UCLA **and **Texas **where they found out that **subtle cues are easier to detect in gay men than in lesbians.

…gay men had hourglass figures, while the lesbians had more tubular bodies. In addition, the gay men tended to sway their hips, while the lesbian women swaggered their shoulders more than their straight counterparts.

So what are the other signs to watch out for to check if he's gay or not? Here's a few, just for laughs:

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1. He Cares about Your hair more than You do

2. He criticizes your choice in shoes

Frequently asked questions

: Honestly, everyone is unique, so there's no surefire way. It's best to communicate openly with the person and respect their privacy. Stereotypes aren't reliable.
: If a guy is exploring or questioning, he might show interest in conversations about sexuality. But remember, it's their journey, so be patient and supportive.
: Talk to him! Open, non-judgmental communication is key. Let him know it's a safe space to share his feelings.
: Absolutely. Interests like fashion, cooking, or even wearing colorful clothes (like a cardigan!) don't define someone's sexuality. Everyone should feel free to be themselves.
: Just be genuine and respectful. Maybe start with something like, 'I've been wondering about a few things about us, mind if we chat?' And remember, it's okay if it feels a bit awkward at first.

3. He's more fashion conscious than you are

4. He always tries to catch the eye of the cutest guy in the room

Uhhmm… I really can't add more to the list but I do love "**Will & Grace**" – I guess if you find out that a potential bf's gay, you can just turn him into your** BFF**, lol.

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Dear Alicia, I think if the guy says he is gay, it's either: a. He truly is gay b. Or he wants the girl to think he is gay (not to hurt her feelings etc.) In either way, it's better to find another guy who is 100% straight :)

Hey Russel, Really? Agreed that these are stereotypes but I guess stereotypes become those because there's some truth to it. I have a few close gay friends myself and all four points apply to them. Do you have any tips on telling how your guy may be gay?

hi shiela, im victoria, i was the one who asked you about a month ago about my boyfriend whom i think a gay.. its confirmed,he is or maybe bisexual. the thing is i opened his email which he did not know of course. i found out that he really is gay/bisexual. he had relationships with guys. what should i do? i love him soo much, i really dont know what to do.. i dont know if i can live without him please help me..

How about if you've known the person for a while and he has a girlfriend who is one of your friends. You have a huge crush on him and you think he is giving you the eye. How do you tell if it is more than that without it looking like you're a total bitch trying to split them up - hell you can't just go and ask him then. (this coming from a gay man's perspective here)

I use to date this guy for a couple months before he broke up with me. I am still not over him and have a hard time moving on because he is constantly on my hall, since his friends are my hall mates. But my mom and I were talking last night about the fact that he may be gay. He always hangs around with girls. He may have a couple guy friends, but rarely does he talk or hang out with them alone. This is why he is always in my hall because he is always with girls all the time. And he is a genuine caring guy, so he is not trying to hang out with girls just so he can get a gf. He also likes watching Disney movies and singing along to the songs (which is more than me). And he says that he is homophobic and will never watch Brokeback Mountain. I was wondering if he is trying to cover up the fact that he potentially gay? And that he was dating me either as a cover up or because he is still unsure of his sexuality. I also know that his mother and grandparents were very excited that he had a gf when he mentioned me to him. I was his first serious gf, but I sort of wondering if he is potentially gay. What do you think? Thanks

hi. i really need your advice.. I have a boyfriend, who was a former flight attendant.. we met in school, everyone says he's gay/bisexual because of the way he acts and moves.he is not a regular "tough" guy, because he's feminine on some other ways, but not on the physical. i love him so much but i'm afraid that he might be really gay and i'm scared that we may end up together but what if he still see other guys? that would really break my heart. honestly i still don't know if he is bisexual/gay but when i see his pictures in face book all of his friends in the airline he used to work are all gay and women.. i even read an email from his former classmate back in college, asking him if he still remember him, the boy said they watched a movie and he even gave my boyfriend a chocolate cake.(i think that's not normal for a regular man) also, he is not aggressive, he don't kiss me at all, all or kisses are smack kisses.. sigh.(our relationship is only new though.. 5 months) on the other hand he is such a really nice guy,literally, he would help everyone and he is very friendly. when i'm with him i can feel he is not a guy but i'm still confuse because of his feminine side and the email i read and his friends.. i dont want to ask him because im afraid he might get offended. i really love him, what should i do? please help me. thank you!

Please don't judge me for my age. I just thought that feminine features link to feminine hormones. Do you think that's true?

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1. He Cares about Your hair more than You do

2. He criticizes your choice in shoes

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3. He's more fashion conscious than you are

4. He always tries to catch the eye of the cutest guy in the room

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1. He Cares about Your **hair **more than You do

2. He criticizes your choice in shoes

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3. He's more fashion conscious than you are

4. He always tries to catch the eye of the cutest guy in the room

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