Ways To Flirt Subtly

You don’t have to be bold or overly forward to let someone know you're interested — sometimes the quietest gestures say the most. Subtle flirting is like emotional origami: small folds, big meaning. In this video, we break down low-key ways to flirt using body language, thoughtful questions, and tone — the kind of signals that create connection without pressure. Whether you’re shy, cautious, or just emotionally aware, these techniques help you express interest in ways that feel natural and respectful. Have you ever realized someone was flirting with you… way after the moment passed?

Credits:
Researcher/Writer: Psych2go
Voice Over: ‪@amandasilvera‬
Animator: Fleuri
Video Edited: uDarren
Youtube Manager: Cindy Cheong
Assisted: Brisky Quach
Thumbnail: Anilezah Lam

Further readings:
Hall, J. A., Carter, S., Cody, M. J., & Albright, J. M. (2010). Individual differences in the communication of romantic interest: Development of the flirting styles inventory. Communication Quarterly, 58(4), 365–393.

Moore, M. M. (2002). Nonverbal courtship patterns in women: Context and consequences. Ethology and Sociobiology, 23(6), 475–482.

Grammer, K., Honda, M., Juette, A., & Schmitt, A. (1999). Fuzziness of nonverbal courtship communication unblurred by motion energy detection. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 77(3), 487–508.