How to Flirt with a Sagittarius

Written by Angel Eyedealism | Edited by Danielle Blinka, MA, MPA

Last Updated: July 26, 2024 References

Sagittarius is the free-spirit of the zodiac, so they’re unpredictable, adventurous, and spontaneous. As a fire sign ruled by the planet Jupiter, they’re passionate, driven, and curious, so it’s no wonder you fell hard for a Sagittarius. Luckily, they’re super flirtatious, so they like when you flirt with them directly. Keep reading for a comprehensive guide to flirting with a Sagittarius so you can hopefully score a hot date!

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

1

Send them a random text.

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Sagittariuses love the unpredictable. They’re super open to text conversations and won’t mind if you’re the first one to reach out. Get their attention with a funny text or a pic of your favorite travel destination. They also like playing text games and answering silly questions. Try something like:
- Sending them a meme. You might send a silly cat meme or a meme from a show you both like.
- Inviting them on a last minute date. Say, “Wanna go roller skating tonight?” or “Wanna grab drinks?”
- Inviting them to play a game. Text, “I’m bored! Let’s play truth or dare,” or “Wanna play kiss, marry, kill?”
- Sending them a pic of a famous travel spot. Caption it with, “I bet you’d travel here.”
- Asking a question. Text, “Have you ever seen a ghost?” “If you were a food, what would you be?” or “Who would play you in a movie about your life?”
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Compliment them.

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Sagittariuses thrive on compliments, though they laugh them off. Your crush won’t be able to stop talking to you if you’re singing their praises.^{[1]
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Research source} Point out what you like about them so they know you value them.^{[2]
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Research source} You could say:
- “You’re so funny!”
- “I love how adventurous you are.”
- “You have the best ideas.”
- “Your look is 🔥.”
- “You tell the best stories.”

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Make them laugh.

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Sagittariuses have an amazing sense of humor. They absolutely love to smile, laugh, and have a raucous time.^{[3]
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Research source} Keep them in stitches by telling a funny story or delivering a few cheesy jokes. You can improve your sense of humor by practicing jokes in the mirror, using funny words, and sharing embarrassing moments. Get started with these light-hearted jokes:
- “Why do seagulls fly over the sea? Because if they flew over bays they’d be called bagels.”
- “What do you call a pig that does karate? A pork chop.”
- “Why are fish so smart? Because they live in schools.”
- “How do you make holy water? You boil the hell out of it.”

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Be playful.

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Sagittariuses love to have fun and want a partner who does, too.^{[4]
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Research source} In-person, you can be more playful by lightly teasing them, dancing around, playing games, and laughing at yourself. Over text, try giving them a funny nickname or “guessing” a fun fact about them. Say things like:
- “I love these pants. Look at you, Ms. Fancy Pants.”
- “You’d probably be the first one of us in line for a roller coaster.”
- “I’ll bet you’re the best dancer here.”
- “Who do you think would win if we did the limbo?”

5

Talk about your adventures.

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Travel and exploration are really important to a Sagittarius. They’re super curious, so they’ll be really impressed by your tales. Tell your crush about a fun vacation you took or about a time you explored somewhere near your home town. Think outside the box—any new experience could fit the bill. You could tell them about:
- The time you hiked up a mountain.
- Your audition for a local theater production.
- A camping trip.
- Your last vacation.
- A unique food you ate, like chocolate covered grasshoppers.

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Show off your intelligence.

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Sagittariuses value an open mind and curiosity. They also love a good conversation, so they’ll enjoy hearing your opinions and fun trivia details you have to share. At the same time, they’re generally not very serious, so keep your conversation light. You could:
- Share a detail about another culture.
- Talk about a similar interest, like movies, music, or books.
- Ask a thought-provoking question, like “What’s the best time of day?” or “What’s the worst lie you’ve ever told yourself?”

7

Be mysterious by not oversharing.

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Because they’re curious, Sagittariuses love a bit of intrigue. They want to unravel your mystery slowly and will get bored if they think they’ve figured you out.^{[5]
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Research source} When you’re talking to them, hold back a few details to play coy. Hopefully, you’ll have your crush hooked.
- Let’s say you saw their favorite band in concert. You might say, “I can’t believe how that night ended! Have you ever seen them perform?” Your crush will be curious about what happened to you.

8

Adopt a laid-back attitude.

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Cool-as-a-cucumber Sagittariuses don’t sweat the small stuff. They prefer to laugh and make jokes, even when something serious happens. Keep your conversation light when you’re talking to your crush, and steer clear of heavy topics. Your Sagittarius will be so impressed by your chill attitude.
- Because they’re a mutable sign, Sagittariuses adapt to change easily, so they worry less.
- A Sagittarius will be turned-off by someone who gets riled up easily or who worries about all the little details.

9

Touch their arm playfully.

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Sagittariuses connect through touch, so it’s a perfect way to flirt. While you’re talking to them, lightly brush their arm to break the touch barrier. If they touch you back, it’s a good sign they might be interested in you. Who knows, maybe sparks will fly!
- If they seem uncomfortable or pull away, give them their space. Some people prefer not to be touched or really need to know someone before they feel comfortable with it.

10

Suggest something spontaneous.

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Since they’re unpredictable, Sagittariuses love trying new things. Ignite their curiosity by proposing random ideas.^{[6]
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Research source} They might be down to join you. Here are some things you could suggest:
- “Let’s play truth or dare!”
- “I challenge everyone here to a dance off!”
- “I dare you to start singing.”
- “I’ve always wanted to try pineapple on pizza. Wanna join me?”
- “It’s been forever since I went ice skating. Should we go right now?”
- Reader Poll: We asked 541 wikiHow readers who've dated a Sagittarius, and 55% of them agreed that the best way to excite them is by going on a spontaneous day trip. [Take Poll]

11

Accept their invitations.

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A Sagittarius wants a partner who goes on adventures with them. When you’re hanging out, they can easily get bored. More often than not, they’re going to be the one proposing a random new activity. See where the adventure takes you to show your crush that you’re the perfect match for them.
- Your crush might suggest you go to a late night karaoke spot. Go, even if you’re nervous to sing in front of everyone.
- They could also ask if anyone wants to get together for a last minute game night or bowling night. Take them up on their offer.
- If anything makes you feel uncomfortable, go ahead and say, “no.” Your crush will understand if they truly care about you.

12

Surprise them with a silly or adventurous gift.

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Sagittariuses love surprises! They also love to laugh and explore new things, so it’s easy to pick the perfect gift for them. ^{[7]
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Astrologer & Performance Artist

Expert Interview} If you want to give your crush something special, try something like:
- Socks with their pet’s face on them.
- A snarky t-shirt.
- A coffee mug with a mountain print that says, “Let the adventure begin.”
- A nice reusable water bottle.

13

Thrill them with a sext.

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Passionate and spontaneous Sagittariuses usually enjoy innuendo. In fact, they’re often the first ones to send out a saucy text.^{[8]
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Research source} They’ll probably respond to a suggestive question and will be captivated by a flirty pic. Just be sure you both feel comfortable with a flirty chat before you hit send.
- You could ask things like, “What’s your favorite place to be massaged?” “Have you ever gone skinny dipping?” or “What are you wearing right now?”
- It's okay if you don't want to try sexting. Don't do anything that makes you or your crush feel uncomfortable.

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What to expect when dating a Sagittarius

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Hi y'all, I just went on my fourth date with a Sagittarius and I think things are getting a little more serious, but I've never dated a Sag before and I'm wondering what to expect. What should I know about dating Sagittariuses? What are they like in relationships and what signs are compatible with Sagittarius (fyi I'm an Aries)?

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When a Sagittarius likes you, they’ll pay a lot of attention to you and start to approach you more.^{[9]
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Expert Interview} Additionally, they’ll surprise you with fun dates and gifts.^{[10]
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Since they’re so passionate, a Sagittarius can fall for you fast. At the same time, they like a lot of space and are reluctant to commit.^{[11]
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While they like to flirt themselves, a Sagittarius also loves when you make the first move!

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