How to Respond to a Girl Calling You Cute

Co-authored by Michelle Jacoby and Nihal Shetty

Last Updated: March 7, 2022 References

Getting called cute by a girl is always a nice thing, but it might feel tough to know what to say in response. Luckily, we’re here to help. The kind of response you should give depends on your relationship to the girl—whether you’re interested in being friends, or maybe something more. Whether in person or over text, we’ve got you covered with this guide on how to respond to a girl calling you cute.

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“Thanks! I appreciate it.”

You can never go wrong with this standard response. It’s polite to thank people after they give you a compliment, so let her know you appreciate her words. A simple “thanks” keeps the door open for a relationship that’s either friendly or something more intimate. You can smile and show that you are having a good time with them.^{[1]
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- “Thanks for saying that.”
- “I appreciate the kind words.”
- “Aw thank you!”

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“You just made my day.”

Let a girl know that her words matter. Playing up how happy you are to hear her call you cute can reassure her that she wasn’t too bold when she made her move. Your relationship might still be completely platonic, but by showing her that you’re really excited by what she said, it could potentially grow into something more. Convey your enthusiasm and warmth.^{[3]
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- “You just made my Monday a whole lot better.”
- “You have no idea how much I needed to hear that after this week.”
- “I’m so happy to hear you say that.”

3

“You’re pretty cute too.”

Return the compliment to see if you can spark something more. Letting a girl know that you think she’s cute too is the kind of light-hearted flirting that could be the start of something more serious, or just a little bit of fun. You could also try out one of these casual alternatives:
- “I could say the same about you.”
- “I was going to say the same—you beat me to it!”
- “And you’re beautiful.”

4

“That means a lot coming from you.”

Giving her an ambiguous response will pique her interest. When you tell her something like this, she’ll start wondering how interested you are in her, which can really get her attention. The game of attraction always involves a little bit of mystery, so try out one of these responses:
- “Hearing that from you? I’m feeling pretty lucky today.”
- “I can’t say I hadn’t hoped you might say something like that.”
- “I like you too much to not be happy to hear that.”

5

“A compliment from you? I must be dreaming.”

It’s okay to be a little over-the-top sometimes. This will show her that you’re really into her, which is a move that could play really well. You can use a response like this to start up a flirtier friendship, or potentially turn it into something more. Try saying something like:
- “Getting called cute by you? That’s a life goal met.”
- “Come on—now you’ve got me blushing.”
- “This might be the best day of my life.”

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“I guess you caught me on a good day.”

A little bit of humility comes off well. There’s no need to be too self-deprecating when someone calls you cute, but a reply like this can make you seem a bit more down-to-earth. If someone is intimidated by you, being humble can make you seem more approachable. You can also say something like:^{[5]
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- “Nice to hear that from someone who isn’t my mom.”
- “Thanks—it’s crazy what taking a shower does for my looks.”
- “I’m glad at least one person thinks so!”

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“I think so too!”

Some cockiness can pay off as a flirting technique. People are always attracted to a little bit of bravado and swagger, so don’t be afraid to play up this side of your personality. Best of all, you can always play a comment like this off as a joke. Try one of these responses oozing with self-confidence:^{[6]
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- “I was waiting for you to notice.”
- “You should see me on a good day.”
- “You’re not wrong!”

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“What makes you say that?”

Take advantage of the opportunity to fish for more compliments. One compliment just might not cut it for you, and by getting her to talk more about what she likes about you, you might be able to create a flirtier relationship. This kind of response is also great for friends for a little bit of fun. Keep the conversation going with one of these responses:
- “Say more! I love a good compliment.”
- “Don’t be shy—what’s cute about me?”
- “Am I the kind of guy you like?”

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“😍”

Emojis keep things fun over text. If a girl called you cute over text, replying with an emoji is always a safe bet. You can use an emoji in addition to another response, or just by itself.^{[7]
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- 😉: Use this emoji if you want to be a bit more flirty and show off your confident side.
- 😅: This emoji is good for showing that you’re a bit more down-to-earth.
- 😘: If you really want to get flirty, send her a kiss.

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“Very funny—what’s really on your mind?”

For friends, throw in a little sarcasm. Playing it off like a joke can keep things comfortable between you and your friend. Getting too into it when they call you cute can be a little awkward, so keep things casual by saying something like:
- “Thanks—I can give you some tips if you want.”
- “Cute? Can’t remember the last time you said something that nice to me.”
- “Wish I could say the same!”

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“That’s kind of you to say.”

If this isn’t a relationship you want to pursue, be brief. It’s better not to give her the impression that you’re into her, so just tell her you appreciate her compliment, and move on. You don’t have to engage with everyone who thinks you’re attractive.
- If you’d prefer, you can even just smile and change the subject. This will let you keep your relationship platonic.

Expert Q&A

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What should you do when you introduce yourself?

Michelle Jacoby
Matchmaker & Dating Coach
Michelle Jacoby is a Matchmaker, Dating Coach, and the Founder and CEO of DC Matchmaking, a privately owned, boutique matchmaking company based in Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia. She is also the Co-Founder of The Matchmakers Alliance, an international industry organization for matchmakers. With over 12 years of experience, Michelle specializes in one-on-one matchmaking and group coaching to help singles find healthy, lasting relationships. She has been featured in several media publications such as The Washington Post, Self, and NPR. Michelle holds a BA in Psychology from George Washington University. She is also a Certified Matchmaker from The Matchmakers Institute as well as a Certified Body Language Expert from The Body Language Institute.

Michelle Jacoby

Matchmaker & Dating Coach

Expert Answer

Be yourself, have a big smile and a warm personality. Make direct eye contact and talk to the person.
Question

How can I communicate effectively through text?

Michelle Jacoby
Matchmaker & Dating Coach
Michelle Jacoby is a Matchmaker, Dating Coach, and the Founder and CEO of DC Matchmaking, a privately owned, boutique matchmaking company based in Washington, DC, Maryland, and Virginia. She is also the Co-Founder of The Matchmakers Alliance, an international industry organization for matchmakers. With over 12 years of experience, Michelle specializes in one-on-one matchmaking and group coaching to help singles find healthy, lasting relationships. She has been featured in several media publications such as The Washington Post, Self, and NPR. Michelle holds a BA in Psychology from George Washington University. She is also a Certified Matchmaker from The Matchmakers Institute as well as a Certified Body Language Expert from The Body Language Institute.

Michelle Jacoby

Matchmaker & Dating Coach

Expert Answer

Learn to write with a tone, which includes using big words like awesome, using exclamation points, and smiley faces now and then. Make positive comments and convey enthusiasm and warmth through your messages.