Doesn’t it feel good to have someone tell you that you’re funny, sweet, charming, or kind? The truth is, everyone loves getting complimented on their personality! It makes people feel good and validated, and it doesn’t take much effort. To make it even simpler for you, we’ve put together a list of compliments for a variety of situations so you can compliment almost any guy on his personality.

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"You’re so thoughtful."

  1. Give him credit for the sweet and helpful things he does. Pay attention to when he’s being especially considerate and let him know that you notice it. Tell him how sweet and thoughtful something that he did for you (or someone else) was and he’ll really appreciate it.[1]
    • If you’re in a relationship with a guy, praising him when he’s sweet may motivate him to keep doing thoughtful things. It’s a win-win!
    • You could also get more specific with it. For instance, you could say something like, “That was really thoughtful of you to make me a cup of tea when I was feeling a bit under the weather.”
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"You’re such a great listener."

  1. Bring attention to his patient and understanding nature. If you ever find yourself venting or expressing your thoughts and feelings to a guy, take note of how well he listens and responds to you. Highlight how thankful you are for him taking the time to really pay attention to what’s going on with you and offer feedback and support.[3] [4]
    • Another way to say it could be, “Thank you for listening to me when I just need to vent. You’re so great at it.”
    • You could also try, “I feel like I can talk to you about anything.”
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"How do you always know exactly what to say?"

  1. Let him know his words are insightful and supportive. Whenever a guy in your life gives you some really helpful advice, thank them for it! Tell them that you really appreciate their support. Let them know that their insight is one of their greatest strengths. They’ll love hearing it.[5] [6]
    • Another way to put it is something like, “You always give the best advice. Thank you so much.”
    • You could even try, “You make me feel so much better every time I talk to you.”
    • You could also say, "You're really eloquent when you talk."[7]
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"Wow, you’re really cool-headed."

  1. Boost his self-esteem and compliment his character. The next time you see him handle himself well in a stressful or frustrating situation, give him some props. Let him know you noticed it and you appreciate it.[9]
    • For instance, if there’s a heated meeting at work, and he manages to stay calm and composed without losing his cool, you could say something like, “You really handled that well. Great job.”
    • If he’s been dealing with a lot of stress lately, give him some praise like, “You’ve got a lot going on, but you always manage to stay calm and I really admire that.”
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"You’re so good at getting along with people."

  1. Highlight the fact that other people love his personality too. Pay attention to how well a guy interacts with other people. Point it out whenever you notice that he’s really great at talking to others and making them feel comfortable and relaxed. He’ll appreciate the praise![11]
    • It can take a lot to be good at getting along with other people. A guy may need to be funny, smart, silly, and patient all in the same conversation. Show him that you admire it.
    • You can also say something like, “Everybody loves you. It must be your amazing personality.”
    • Another way to praise his ability to get along with others is to say, “You’re such a social butterfly. You make friends wherever you go!”
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"I’m so thankful for everything you do for me."

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"You’ve got such a heart of gold."

  1. Show him you love and appreciate his kind nature. Some guys are naturally open and sweet, and some guys act tough on the outside but are really gentle and caring nature on the inside. Whatever the case, let him know that you cherish and admire the kindness within him. He’ll feel validated that you can see it.[14]
    • Another way to say it is, “I think it’s just so great how kind and considerate of others you are.”
    • If he likes to act like a tough guy, try something like, “You know I see right through you, right? You can try to hide it but I know you’re a big softie.”
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Expert Q&A

  • Question
    How do you compliment a guy smoothly?
    John Keegan
    John Keegan
    Dating Coach
    John Keegan is a dating coach and motivational speaker based in New York City. He runs The Awakened Lifestyle, where he uses his expertise in dating, attraction, and social dynamics to help people find love. He teaches and holds dating workshops internationally, from Los Angeles to London and from Rio de Janeiro to Prague. His work has been featured in the New York Times, Humans of New York, and Men's Health.
    John Keegan
    Dating Coach
    Expert Answer
    Make your compliment a little more creative! Something like "You have really intelligent eyes" compliments both his appearance and his personality.
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This article was co-authored by John Keegan. John Keegan is a dating coach and motivational speaker based in New York City. He runs The Awakened Lifestyle, where he uses his expertise in dating, attraction, and social dynamics to help people find love. He teaches and holds dating workshops internationally, from Los Angeles to London and from Rio de Janeiro to Prague. His work has been featured in the New York Times, Humans of New York, and Men's Health. This article has been viewed 36,700 times.
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