How to Tell If an Aries Man Likes You: 13 Definite Signs

Spot the signs that your Aries man is secretly obsessed with you

Co-authored by Stina Garbis and Glenn Carreau

Last Updated: June 6, 2024 Fact Checked

Passionate and impulsive, men born under fiery Aries of the zodiac tend to be very open about their feelings for people they’re interested in. That being said, clues that might be obvious to them aren’t always easy for other people to decipher! To help you out, we’ve put together a list of surefire signals that tell you if an Aries man likes you.

Signs an Aries Man Likes You: Overview

He constantly wants to spend time with you.
He’s touchy and finds excuses to be physically affectionate.
He compliments you and playfully flirts with you often..
He knows everything about you and wants to share his interests with you.
He gets jealous and possessive around other people you’re close to.
He’s chivalrous and goes out of his way to help you.

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He wants to be around you all the time.

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A go-getter Aries won’t be shy about wanting to spend time with you. Other signs might be afraid of coming on too strong about wanting to hang out, but not Aries.^{[1]
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Expert Interview. 10 December 2021.} If the Aries guy in your life texts you things like “What are you doing right now? Can I join you?” take it as an indication that he really likes you.^{[2]
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- To some people, this can come across as a lack of boundaries. He probably doesn’t see things this way: this is just him being upfront about his feelings!

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He gives you lots of compliments.

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Aries men love being on both sides of flattery. You may have heard that Aries are cocky and love receiving praise. What you might not know is they love giving praise just as much!^{[3]
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Research source} If an Aries guy is showering you with attention and compliments, chances are he really likes you.
- Aries men are generally very genuine and honest with their feelings. If he gives you a compliment, he probably really means it!

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He tries to impress you.

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Expect some competitive fire from a courting Aries. If your Aries acts like a show-off sometimes, it’s because he’s trying to impress you!^{[4]
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Expert Interview. 10 December 2021.} This might make him seem a bit cocky and full of himself at times, but he just wants to make sure you think he’s worthy of your attention.
- Don’t be surprised if he’s planning on making the moment he tells you how he really feels about you a big deal. Aries men love extravagant romantic gestures.

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He likes being your knight in shining armor.

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Whenever you ask for help, he’s there. Aries men love intensely—so intensely that they’re willing to drop anything and everything to help someone they really care about, regardless of the inconvenience it is for them.^{[5]
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Research source} If your Aries man has done any of these things for you, you’re probably very important to him:
- Gives you rides.
- Brings you food.
- Lets you wear his jacket.
- Opens doors for you.
- Carries things for you.
- Pays for you.

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He introduces you to his friends.

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You might suddenly find yourself in his inner circle. Though it may seem quick to other signs, an Aries will try to integrate you into his life the moment he’s interested in you. If he already wants you to go with him to parties and gatherings he’s invited to, he probably wants to show off what an awesome person you are to all his friends!
- Chances are, he’s already told everyone in his life all about you before you even meet them.
- It might feel like things are moving really fast: you meet him one day, and a few days later, you’ve met all his closest friends. That’s an Aries for you!

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He flirts with you.

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Notice if there’s any tension between you two. Aries men are bold: they don’t try to hide or hold back anything they feel.^{[6]
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Research source} Take note of what he says to you, or how he looks at you. His feelings for you are probably right there, hiding in plain sight. Some examples of things to look out for:
- He makes dirty jokes around you.
- He stands super close to you while talking.
- He subtly flexes his muscles or shows his skin so you can see.
- He stares at you with a playful, intense fire in his eyes.

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He’s touchy with you.

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Aries are bold enough to not think twice about PDA. Other signs might shy away from physical affection, but not Aries. If the Aries man in your life gives you a hug the minute you walk into a room or touches your arms and shoulders a lot while you’re talking, he’s probably giving you a not-so-subtle hint that he likes you.^{[7]
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- Aries aren’t afraid of being “obvious” by flirting like this.
- Don’t be nervous about telling him you don’t like something he’s doing. It might hurt his pride in the moment, but it could also get him to verbally discuss his feelings for you.

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He gets jealous of other people you’re close with.

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Keep an eye out for a little possessiveness. Aries are driven: they know what they want and won’t let anything stand in the way of their desires. This can lead to your Aries man being a little competitive with people who might threaten his connection to you, especially other men!^{[8]
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- This stems from his complete and utter dedication to you. He wants to be the most important person in your life.
- He might start unnecessary arguments with people he feels threatened by, but in his eyes, he’s being protective.
- Don’t be scared off by this: you can always bring up your ability to stand up for yourself later in your relationship.

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He listens to what you have to say.

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A hyperactive Aries won’t sit still for just anyone. If he really likes you, you’ll know by how attentive he is when you tell him your thoughts and feelings. Aries enjoy both giving and receiving undivided attention and support from people they really care about.^{[9]
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- A focused Aries man will work hard to remember every little detail they can about you.
- You’ve probably realized that your Aries man can talk a lot. Don’t be afraid to do the same! If he really likes you, he’ll be super invested in what you have to say.

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He wants to share interests with you.

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Try discussing each other’s hobbies and dreams. Aries men are motivated and excited about life, and they look for partners to share that fire with.^{[10]
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Expert Interview. 20 November 2019.} An interested Aries will probably try to figure out what you like to do and think about, like your aspirations, philosophies, and special interests, to see if you have similar outlooks on life.^{[11]
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- Aries men tend to be very individualistic. It’s a big deal if he gives you the opportunity to share your interests with him!
- If he talks about himself too much, don’t be afraid to butt in with your own thoughts. He’ll probably admire you for your enthusiasm and willingness to speak up.

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He knows a lot about you.

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Don’t believe the stereotype that Aries are totally self-centered. There is some truth to Aries being self-motivated. That’s what makes it so special when Aries puts effort into remembering things about you! An Aries that likes you will likely remember details you told them that you might not even remember saying.
- Try bringing up a story about a friend or family member that you know you’ve told him before. See if he remembers you talking about it before.
- If he doesn’t remember something, it doesn’t necessarily mean he’s not interested. We all forget things once in a while!

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He’s an open book to you.

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An Aries isn’t secretive about his thoughts and feelings. If your Aries man talks to you about himself often, it’s not necessarily because he’s self-centered. Oversharing is just one way an Aries shows you that he trusts you and wants to be emotionally honest with you.^{[12]
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- He might talk to you about his opinions, upbringing, or goals in life a lot. This isn’t him gloating; he wants to share his life with you!

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He tells you he likes you.

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Aries men aren’t known for being discreet. The surest way to tell if an Aries guy is into you is if he tells you. This might seem obvious, but you should know that when an Aries tells you, he really means it!^{[13]
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Expert Interview. 10 December 2021.} Aries men don’t like playing mind games.
- If he isn’t being upfront with his feelings, ask him to his face how he feels about you. Aries guys love being challenged by someone they’re interested in.^{[14]
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Reverend Stina Garbis is a Psychic Astrologer and the Owner of Psychic Stina. With over 30 years of experience, she specializes in providing personal and professional advice through astrology and tarot card readings. Reverend Stina has experience working with high-profile celebrities, sports figures, politicians, and CEOs. She has been featured in many publications, including Bustle, Vice, The New York Post, and Readers’ Digest and she also has a 200k+ following on TikTok. Stina holds an Ordained Minister License from The International Metaphysical Ministry University Seminary.

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Aries have a natural courageousness to tell you how they feel. They can not hold things back or keep things secret for very long. If an Aries man likes you, they will find ways to tell you.

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Spending time with you is a great indicator that they are interested in you. If an Aries is fighting with you, then they fiercely love you, but may need to find better ways to understand or express it.

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