How to Respond When Someone Calls You an Angel

Co-authored by John Keegan and Madeleine Criglow

Last Updated: October 12, 2022

Have you ever been called an angel? It's a flirty and generous compliment, but you might be a little confused about its meaning or how to respond. Thankfully, we're here to help! Read on for a complete look at what someone means when they call you an angel, whether the compliment is coming from your crush, your partner, or even a friend. We've also got plenty of responses to choose from if you're in need of some inspiration.

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What does it mean when someone calls you an angel?

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This person might have feelings for you. Angels are also associated with angelic beauty. If your crush or someone you're dating calls you an angel, they likely find you beautiful and good-natured. A potential match might also use the compliment to flirt with you.
- "You're an angel. How did I get so lucky?"
- "You're so beautiful. You're like an angel. 😍"
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This person appreciates you and is giving you a compliment. Angels are associated with kindness, generosity, and goodwill. When someone calls you an angel, it's usually because you display these qualities. You might receive a compliment like this if you've helped someone out or given them a generous gift.
- "Thank you so much for your help. You're an angel!"
- "What an amazing treat. You angel!"

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Ways to Respond When Someone Calls You an Angel

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"Aw, you’re so sweet." If your crush or a partner called you an angel, return the favor by praising their kindness. This response will also work well if you're not quite sure of their feelings for you just yet.
- "You're so kind. 😊"
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"You're too kind 😇." This message makes you appear confident and cute. If you received this compliment over text, adding the angel emoji will give your message a flirtatious touch.
- For a more mischievous response with a similar effect, you might try "Who, me? 😈"
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"You’re making me blush." If you're excited that this person is flirting with you, whether they're a crush or someone you're dating, try a flirtier response. They'll like knowing their compliment made you blush, and you'll appear both humble and flattered.
- If you're texting, add a blushing smiley face emoji (😊) to make your text a little more playful.
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"You’re pretty angelic yourself." If you've got feelings for this person, try giving them a compliment in return. This response is a fun way to praise them without giving all of your feelings away.
- "I think you're pretty cool, too."
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"Thanks—what are you up to today?" It's possible that you're not exactly thrilled this person is flirting with you. If you've just been called an angel by someone on a dating app or a potential match (that you're not interested in), try changing the subject. It'll gently let them down and they'll hopefully get the hint.
- "Oh thank you. How have you been?"
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"Thank you!" Getting called an angel by a friend feels pretty good, too. If you're flattered by the compliment, let this person know that you're thankful.^{[1]
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- "Wow, thanks so much!”
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"I really appreciate that." It takes courage to pay someone a compliment. If you were happy to get such a nice compliment from a buddy, let them know that you're grateful for their words. It'll surely make them smile.^{[2]
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- "I'm so thankful for your kind words."
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"This totally made my day!" If you're really touched by this person's compliment, let them know that it was the highlight of your day. This is a surefire way to make them know that you appreciated their words.
- "You just made my day so much better."

Expert Q&A

Question

What do you do when someone is flirting with you but you don't like them?

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

Reply in a less flirty tone back to them. It doesn't have to be an uncomfortable moment—just say something like "Hey, thanks so much for that compliment" in a calm tone with calm energy.