How to Tell if a Taurus Man Likes You

Last Updated: November 22, 2022 References

Taurus men (born between April 20 and May 20) make great partners for a number of reasons: they’re loyal, stable, and extremely dependable.^{[1]
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Angel Eyedealism
Astrologer & Performance Artist
Expert Interview. 13 January 2022.} But they’re not often emotionally vulnerable right off the bat, so it’s often hard to tell what these guys are thinking. If you like a taurus man and you’re not sure if he likes you back, many common signals in attitude and body language are unmistakable indicators of his affection - even if he’s playing it close to the chest! To help you with this, we’ve put together a list of signs so that you’ll know exactly how to tell if a taurus man likes you.

This article is based on an interview with our astrologer and performance artist, Angel Eyedealism. Check out the full interview here.

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He initiates conversations, in person and over text.

Taurean men are stubborn, and only make an effort when they genuinely like someone.^{[2]
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Research source} Think about your past conversations, or texting history. If you find that you’re the only one who starts conversations, or that your texts are always longer and more detailed than his, it may sadly be an indication that his interest is only friendly. But if he’s giving as good as he gets and taking some initiative in communication, asking you about your day or texting you just to say “hi,” then he likes you and wants to see more of you!^{[3]
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- Taurus men are careful when it comes to their love lives. Don’t be surprised if it takes him a moment to reach this level of communication with you; he could be taking his time to see how well the two of you fit together. If he’s really interested, he’ll step it up soon.^{[4]
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He asks you open-ended questions.

When a taurus man likes someone, he asks questions to make sure it’s the right someone.^{[5]
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Angel Eyedealism
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Expert Interview. 13 January 2022.} Consider it a good sign if he begins to ask open-ended questions, which require longer and more detailed responses about your personality or personal beliefs. Open-ended questions mean that he wants to know you better, so the more personal the question, the more interested he is.^{[6]
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Research source} In fact, hanging out with a taurus man may at first feel like he’s quizzing you a little, but that’s a good sign too! It means he’s interested, and wants to figure out your compatibility right off the bat.^{[7]
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- Examples of open-ended questions include: “What are your favorite hobbies?” and “Where in the world do you most want to travel?”

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He pays you compliments.

Taurus men tend to have old-school manners, and will pay you compliments to reflect that.^{[8]
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Angel Eyedealism
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Expert Interview. 13 January 2022.} Paying compliments is one of the clearest signs out there that a guy is interested, because a compliment indicates that he’s paying close attention to you - and wants you to know it.^{[9]
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Research source} When a taurus man likes you, he’ll also pay you compliments that go deeper than surface level. Compliments on your appearance are still likely, but he also appreciates more practical things in life and will take note if you do, too.^{[10]
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- A good example of a physical compliment would be, “I love that shirt - it really brings out the blue in your eyes.”
- A more practical compliment would be, “You’re so creative, and when we talk, your perspective is so refreshing!”

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He wants to spend quality time with you.

A taurus man may not be open about his true feelings, but he will be open about wanting to see you more.^{[11]
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Angel Eyedealism
Astrologer & Performance Artist
Expert Interview. 13 January 2022.} Does he make an effort to hang out with you, and offer up an alternative time and place if you ever need to reschedule? Guys who really want to see more of you and spend quality time together will make the extra effort to do activities you both enjoy, and will want to immediately figure out a new plan if one of you gets busy and can’t make it.^{[12]
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- Taurus men appreciate the finer things: suggest grabbing food at a restaurant known for its quality, or going to a museum, to capture his enthusiasm when he wants to spend time with you.^{[13]
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- Taurus men also love the outdoors, so a hike would be another promising suggestion for quality time with him.

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He wants to be physically close to you.

Taurus men are highly physical, and touch is a key love language.^{[14]
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Research source} On average, men tend to be more comfortable expressing their affection through physical touch, and this will be the case in a real relationship, too. But even when you’re still trying to figure out if he likes you, the answer is in how close to you he tries to be. Not only will his body language change from a distance, but he’ll also try to initiate touches with you more often.^{[15]
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Research source} Examples of this include:
- He hugs you in greeting when you see one another.
- He sits close enough to you that your thighs brush together.
- He touches your hands repeatedly, or brushes against them when you’re walking together.
  - He touches your arm or shoulder multiple times in a conversation.

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He wants to meet your friends, and for you to meet his friends too.

Taurus men love stability, and have a core friend group that they don’t really go outside of.^{[16]
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Research source} So, if you know a taurus man who wants to bring you around to meet his friends and has expressed interest in meeting yours too, it means he wants you to connect with the people that are important to him - and that you’re becoming important to him, too.^{[17]
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- While “meeting the family” is usually a step that happens once you’re dating someone, telling his family about you before you’ve even confirmed his interest is another sign that he does indeed like you!^{[18]
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He gives you help when you need it.

As part of being such practical people, taurus men like to take charge of situations. If you need help, either in the form of a physical chore or in the form of advice, a taurus man who likes you will jump at the chance to offer assistance.^{[19]
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Research source} Ask for his advice, and look for his reaction. Because giving advice is so personal, and requires a thought-out response, he’ll only want to do it with someone he really likes.^{[20]
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- You could alternatively ask him for help with a work-related task, or a DIY project. Taurus men are hardworking, so if he’s particularly eager to work on something with you, that’s a good sign.
- Similarly, if he goes above and beyond out of his way to help you out, consider it another signal that he really likes you.^{[21]
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He gets you gifts or pays the check.

Taurus men are generous, and gifts (in one form or another) are a sign that he likes you.^{[22]
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Expert Interview. 13 January 2022.} He might get you little trinkets that made him think of you, make a point of paying for your coffee, or insist on grabbing the check when you go out for lunch.^{[23]
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Research source} However, he might also be giving you the gift of quality time; if he’s spending more time with you and less with other friends, that is an important signal to consider.^{[24]
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He gets nervous around you.

Taurus men can become awkward when they try to flirt. While all the steps above make taurus men sound smooth, that’s not always the case - nor is awkwardness a bad sign. Taurus men typically aren’t very in touch with their emotions, which means opening up to people is tricky.^{[25]
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Research source} If he’s coming off as awkward, sending mixed signals, prone to fidgeting, or quickly adjusting his appearance when you walk towards him, those are all indicators that he actually likes you and is feeling a little self-conscious around you.^{[26]
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- Taurus men are more subdued and subtle at first, and can even come off as shy.
- If he’s afraid of rejection or new to flirting, those could also be the reason that he’s nervous. Stick around and look for other signals to confirm that he’s interested in you.

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He shows his protective side around you.

Taurus men have a need to feel secure, and if he likes you, he’ll want you to feel secure too.^{[27]
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Angel Eyedealism
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Expert Interview. 13 January 2022.} Expect to see his protective instincts on full display if he has feelings for you. Look for the simple things: he walks you to the door after you hang out, sticks close to you when you’re meeting new people, or he defends your point of view in a group discussion. Additionally, he may make larger gestures to show you that he’s ready to protect you, going out of his way to make you feel comfortable and coming to your aid when you tell him that you have a problem.^{[29]
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- While protective instincts are great, taurus men are also prone to jealousy if they feel the need to protect what is theirs.
- Jealousy is a normal thing for people to feel, but make sure he’s not taking it to the point of being overbearing. Take the time to show him you’re just as loyal as he is, and the jealousy should fade.^{[30]
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He’s not interested in anyone else.

Loyalty is key for a taurus man, so if he’s looking at you, he’s only looking at you.^{[31]
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Research source} When you’re wondering whether a guy likes you, figure out who he’s not looking at; if he treats you differently than other people in his life and doesn’t seem to be interested in anyone else, it’s because his interest lies with you. Study his reactions in group situations, and see how much attention he’s giving you versus the rest of the group. Similarly, if he hints that he’s single in conversation, he’s probably trying to figure out if you like him back.^{[33]
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- Taurus men in particular don’t like to play games or casually see a few people at one time; once they’ve decided that they like someone, that’s where they focus their energy.

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He makes future plans involving you.

Taurus men live for routine, so if you’re becoming part of his, that’s a huge indicator that he likes you.^{[34]
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Research source} When he mentions things in conversation that he would like to do with you, or even actively tries planning something that won’t happen for a few months, that shows you that he wants to keep you in his life long-term.^{[35]
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- Future plans include seeing one of his favorite bands in concert several months from now, or mentioning that he’d like it if you came to a family get-together.
- Even off-handed comments, like mentioning where he thinks you’ll both be a couple of years from now, heavily imply that he doesn’t want you going anywhere!

Expert Q&A

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Are Taurus hard to date?

Angel Eyedealism
Astrologer & Performance Artist
Angel Eyedealism is an Astrologer and Performance Artist based in the Lower East Side of Manhattan. With nearly three decades of astrology experience, Angel specializes in relocation astrology and astrocartography. Eyedealism has been featured in numerous media outlets such as Vogue, Cosmopolitan, The Atlantic, The Washington Post, Refinery29, NBC, MTV, Showtime, and Bravo. Angel aims to help others through a straightforward, kind, and humorous astrological lens, utilizing her entertainment and singing skills for performance art astrology readings.

Angel Eyedealism

Astrologer & Performance Artist

Expert Answer

Well, a little bit. It's a known fact that Taurus men are stubborn. They aren't very trusting and are looking for a more down to earth and traditional partner. Be aware of that!
Question

How do you know if a Taurus man is interested?

Angel Eyedealism
Astrologer & Performance Artist
Angel Eyedealism is an Astrologer and Performance Artist based in the Lower East Side of Manhattan. With nearly three decades of astrology experience, Angel specializes in relocation astrology and astrocartography. Eyedealism has been featured in numerous media outlets such as Vogue, Cosmopolitan, The Atlantic, The Washington Post, Refinery29, NBC, MTV, Showtime, and Bravo. Angel aims to help others through a straightforward, kind, and humorous astrological lens, utilizing her entertainment and singing skills for performance art astrology readings.

Angel Eyedealism

Astrologer & Performance Artist

Expert Answer

They want to know that you're loyal, as this sign isn't known for being trustful. If the guy likes you, he'll do what's possible to know you better and see if you both share values. Also, he'll try to shower you with gifts!