What does a Cancer Man Do When He Likes You?

Although they are generally friendly, Cancers can also be bashful and secretive, making them difficult to read.

How do you know if he is just being polite or if he perhaps likes you as more than a friend?

By looking at his astrological sign’s typical personality traits and behaviors, you can get a better sense of whether or not the Cancer man in your life likes you.

He Gets Nervous Around You

Cancers are naturally shy and don’t usually like the spotlight on them when they are in a crowd of strangers.

They don’t mind recognition from the people closest to them, but in general, they are more likely to be wallflowers than attention-seekers.

Even though they are bashful, they don’t get nervous or uncomfortable in a group of people. The exception is when the person a Cancer sign is attracted to is among the group.

If he fumbles over his words, turns bright red, or remains completely silent when you’re around, it’s one of the signs a Cancer man likes you more than a friend.

It might feel like he’s avoiding you or hiding something, but really he’s just tongue-tied and intimidated.

If your Cancer guy seems uncomfortable or embarrassed around you, try to put him at ease. Be warm and friendly towards him to coax him out of his shell.

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He Stares at You

Another way a Cancer guy expresses his interest is by staring at you. You might think your makeup is smudged or you have something in your teeth, but that’s not why he can’t take his eyes off you.

If a Cancer man stares at you, it’s a sign that he’s fascinated by and attracted to you. He is too shy to make a move, but he is showing his interest by trying to catch your eye.

Not only is he trying to make eye contact, but he’s also observing you. Cancers are keenly observant and intuitive, so there is a lot he can learn about your personality just by watching you.

Of course, he also stares at you when he likes you because he is drawn to your stunning beauty. Not only does he find you fascinating, but also gorgeous and alluring.

Who can blame a Cancer guy for staring at you?

He Protects You

When a Cancer man likes you, he will hover over you like a protective helicopter parent.

Cancer is actually known as the “mother” of the zodiac, so it makes sense that he has a strong urge to protect his loved ones.

You might even feel like your Cancer man’s efforts to shield you are overbearing or controlling, but you should know that he’s coming from a loving place.

He might insist on giving you his jacket if he sees your teeth chatter or stash an emergency kit in your car in case it ever breaks down in a remote area.

Don’t take his efforts to protect you as an insult to your strength or intelligence. Instead, recognize them as one of the signs a Cancer man is serious about you.

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He Pays For You

Cancers are usually quite thrifty and frugal, and they don’t like to spend a lot of money on themselves.

You won’t catch a Cancer man going into debt over the latest tech gadget or designer clothing. Although he is generally guided by his emotions, he is impressively practical when it comes to his finances.

Although they are cautious about spending on themselves, Cancers have no qualms about spoiling their loved ones.

Cancers usually have old school values and a traditional approach to romance. He’s not anti-feminist or misogynistic by any means; if anything, a Cancer man is more in touch with his feminine side than most other signs.

But if a Cancer guy likes you, he will make it a point to pay for you. In his mind, it’s the gentlemanly and chivalrous thing to do, and he’s happy to show his affection for you with his wallet.

When a Cancer man likes you, he will pick up the tab for your drinks, insist on paying for your dinner date, or bring you thoughtful gifts.

If he never offers to pay on dates or even seems to mooch off of you, it’s definitely one of the signs a Cancer man is playing you.

But if he is willing to spend a little of his hard-earned cash to show how much he appreciates you, it’s a sure sign that he likes you.

He Asks You Lots of Questions

One of the signs a Cancer man is flirting with you is when he tries to get you to spill your secrets.

Cancers are generally cordial and friendly, so they will make polite small talk with anyone when necessary.

But if a Cancer guy asks you lots of personal questions, he’s trying to get to know you on a deeper level to see how compatible you are.

He won’t want to put himself out there to ask you on a date if he doesn’t already have a sense of who you are and that you two would make a great couple.

He also likes to share secrets to create an intimate bond with others. Not only will he try to get you to reveal something private about yourself, but he will also let you in on some of his secrets.

When a Cancer guy tells you something intimate about himself and encourages you to do the same, it’s a clear sign that he likes you.

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He Is Always Around You

Even if he’s shy and nervous around you, a Cancer man who is interested in you will take any opportunity to be in your presence.

Although he may not be brave enough to flirt with you or even have a conversation, he enjoys getting the chance to learn more about you.

If he avoids you or refuses to make plans, it’s one of the signs a Cancer man doesn’t like you.

But if he accepts every invitation you send his way or always seems to pop up when you’re out with mutual friends, it’s a good indication that he’s into you.

He Encourages You

When a Cancer man likes you, he will encourage you and have your back, no matter what.

Even if he doesn’t believe in what you’re doing, if he likes you he will put his feelings aside to support you.

If he is your biggest cheerleader and puts aside his innate pessimism to assure you that you can achieve your dreams, he definitely likes you.

But if he puts you down and is always looking for the flaws in your plans, he’s not that into you.

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He Gets Jealous

Cancer men are notoriously jealous and they hate when other men flirt with their partners.

When a Cancer man has a crush on you, he will feel possessive over you, even if you’re not dating yet.

When he sees you talking to other men or hears about the dates you’ve been on recently, he becomes moody and irritable.

If you want to know how to make a Cancer man chase you, intentionally trying to make him jealous is a bad idea.

A Cancer man gets insecure easily, and showing him that other men are competing for your affection will only make him drop out of the race.

If he pouts when you show interest in any other guys or points out the reasons why they are no good for you, it’s one of the signs a Cancer man secretly likes you.

He Touches You

Although they may be shy and quiet, Cancers are very expressive and use multiple forms of communication.

They don’t like hugs from strangers, but a Cancer man won’t hesitate to embrace a close friend or a relative.

Cancers are quite physical and use touch to show love. If a Cancer guy likes you, he will find excuses to touch you, such as sitting close to you on a couch or brushing your hair out of your eyes.

If you notice that he does out of his way to make physical contact and show you affection, it’s one of the obvious physical signs a Cancer man likes you.

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He Takes Care of You

Cancers are innately nurturing, so if a Cancer man likes somebody, he tries to take care of them.

When he dislikes you or doesn’t care about you, he won’t worry about looking after you. But when he likes you, he feels responsible for your well-being.

If you’re sick, he will bring over a pot of soup and some orange juice. If you need help with a home improvement project, he’ll set aside the entire day and show up with his toolbox.

If he tends to your needs and tries to keep you safe and comfortable, it means your Cancer guy likes you.