It’s not always easy to know what our local dudes think about us – some of them might be shy when it comes to asking us out. But is your guy shy or just not interested in having something romantic with you? Take our quiz to find out.Image Courtesy: Juan-Mari Geldenhuys @art.swg.co.za

1. When he talks to you, you can’t help but stare but is he looking at you a lot?

a) Yes. Lots of eye-contact.

b) A little, at least when other girls are not around.

c) It’s hard to tell if it’s normal or flirty eye-contact.

2. You ask him to the movies and he says:

a) Sounds awesome!

b) He’s got other plans, but takes a definite rain-check.

c) Maybe some other time…

3. During conversation he is most likely to:

a) Ask you questions.

b) Touch your arm or play with your hair.

c) Seem to enjoy the conversation a lot.

4. When he calls you, he:

a) Ends the chat quickly.

b) Likes to chat about his day.

c) Tells you about problems he’s having with his ex who wants him back.

5. He tells you he’ll give you a call on the weekend. What happens?

a) He calls and you enjoy a nice chat with him.

b) He calls and makes plans to see you.

c) He doesn’t call.

Your score:

1. a3 b1 c2

2. a3 b2 c1

3. a1 b3 c2

4. a2 b3 c1

5. a2 b3 c1

Results:
5-7
Shy or bye?
This guy, although he might be fun to be around and he shows interest in conversations with you, doesn’t seem to be ready to make a definite romantic move. This could either be because he’s shy or that he doesn’t see things progressing beyond a friend situation. You can find out where he stands in two ways: either wait it out and see what he does or take the focus off him completely and get interested in other guys. This could help him to realise that you’re not waiting around for him and if he wants you he’s going to have to step up and make a move.

8-11
Shy guy
Shy guys rule ‘cause they don’t come on too strongly, which is awesome. However, it also sucks if he’s doing nothing definite to date you, right? Ugh, the frustration! The cool thing is that this guy shows you that he enjoys your company, which is already a step in the right direction. If you start losing patience with how he’s taking his sweet time, try flirting with him a bit (touch his arm during conversation or give him a charming smile from across the room) and see how he reacts. If he likes you back, his body language will show you what his mouth isn’t saying, giving you a better idea of where he’s at.

12-15 

He might be shy but…
Although this guy might be shy sometimes, he’s not afraid to give you clear hints that he likes you. Maybe you haven’t been reading the signals, girl! Time to peel your eyes and take better note of what he’s saying and doing. Based on answers from this quiz, this guy enjoys time spent with you, flirts with you and makes you feel that you’re the only girl in the room when you’re together. It’s highly likely that things will start moving towards a romantic situation soon. In the meantime, enjoy his company.