How to Know if a Leo Woman Likes You

Co-authored by Stina Garbis and Caroline Heiderscheit

Last Updated: July 11, 2024 Fact Checked

First to grab the mic in karaoke, dressed to the nines for any occasion, and fiercely loyal with a gigantic heart, Leo women are just the best. If you’ve got a bright, magnetic Leo lady in your life, you might be wondering if she's into you. Her commanding presence may make her seem a bit unapproachable—but don’t be fooled! In reality, she's a super generous softie who could totally be crushing on you. To help you figure it out, we've made a list of every telltale sign that a Leo woman likes you.^{[1]
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This article is based on an interview with our psychic astrologer, Stina Garbis, owner of Psychic Stina. Check out the full interview here.

Signs a Leo Woman Secretly Likes You

If a Leo woman likes you, she’ll do everything she can to get your attention. She’ll try to make you laugh and dress to the nines when she’s around you. She may also show you off to others and post you often on social media. She might even randomly drop by and offer you treats or gifts from time to time.

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She seeks your attention.

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To a Leo, holding a crush’s full attention is super exciting and meaningful. When she’s the center of your focus, she feels like she’s being appreciated by you.^{[2]
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Stina Garbis
Psychic Astrologer

Expert Interview} This makes her feel connected. So naturally, when a Leo likes you, she’ll fight hard for you to notice her.^{[3]
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- If she locks you into conversation with a long, dramatic story or joke, take note. This could be her way of maintaining your focus. If she vies for your attention, that's a great sign.

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She tries to make you laugh.

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A Leo knows how funny she is, and she’ll want her crush to know, too. If you've got her affections, she'll be determined to dazzle you.^{[4]
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Stina Garbis
Psychic Astrologer

Expert Interview} As a natural people person and performer, not only will she be interested in making you laugh, but she’ll be darn good at it.^{[5]
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- Think back, do you feel like you’re always caught in side-splitting laughter around her? If so, this is a sign that she likes you.
- On the other hand, if you feel like she doesn’t bring out her best material in conversation with you, that hints that she’s not interested.

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She makes time to listen.

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Leos consider their own time and attention to be precious resources. Whether it's for a dance, a joke, or a dramatic story, the Leos you know are wanted by everyone all the time. You can assume that others want her attention and that she’ll want to give it.
- When a Leo chooses to step away from her audience and give the floor to you, this is a huge gesture.
- On the other hand, if you feel like you can never get her alone in a crowd, this might be a sign that she sees you more as a friend.

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She mentions you in conversation.

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A Leo will have her crush’s name on her lips as often as possible. She has a personal brand to maintain and a spotlight she doesn’t love to share. So when a Leo decides to direct attention towards you, it’s a big deal! Even if it’s an embarrassing story about that time you tripped into the swimming pool, to her, she’s sending an important message: “This person is exciting and worth your attention.”
- Plus, when a Leo is willing to publicly associate herself with you, she’s giving you her seal of approval.
- Does the Leo in your life love bringing you up to other people? If so, there’s a good chance she has a crush.

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You always seem to catch her eye.

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Leos women are bold, so she won't be afraid to stare if she likes your look. She won’t see any point in pretending not to glance at you if that’s exactly what she’s doing. Instead, she might freely throw long, lingering looks when she likes you.^{[6]
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Stina Garbis
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Expert Interview} If you catch her in the act, she may even choose to shoot you a big smile!^{[7]
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- If you feel like you constantly spot her checking you out, that's a good sign.
- On the other hand, if you can never seem to catch her eye when the two of you are out and about, this may signal that she’s not interested.

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She dresses to impress around you.

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A Leo prioritizes her appearance, and if she likes you, she'll want you to see that. To a Leo, self-love means donning the best, glam clothes and bold looks. If she likes you, she’ll step this effort up around you. She’ll want you to see her at her best and ultimately, think of her as an all-around, exciting person.^{[8]
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Stina Garbis
Psychic Astrologer

Expert Interview} This means exciting to look at, too!
- If you find yourself thinking that she looks absolutely amazing every time you see her, this is a sign that she's interested.
- If she doesn’t seem to whip out her favorite fits for your meetups, that could hint that she sees you more as a friend.

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She loves showing you off.

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If a Leo likes you, she'll want everyone on the planet to see you two together. A Leo will think highly of you if you have her heart. She’ll want the people she cares about to see all of your fabulous qualities, too. And of course, to her, attention and audiences are super important. So if she tries to draw other's eyes onto you, this means she thinks you’re worth their praise!^{[9]
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- If the Leo lady in your life makes rounds with you at every party you attend, this indicates that she likes you
- If she seems a bit less keen to introduce you around, this may mean she’s interested more so as a friend.

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You're plastered all over her social media.

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A Leo’s personal brand is sacred to her, so if she posts you, that's significant. When a Leo shares photo after photo of you to her loyal followers, you can definitely read into that behavior. In her mind, this means you’re on her level—and that’s huge!
- Is she quick to include a photo of you in every Insta post? This could certainly signal her interest.

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She’s spontaneous with you.

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When a Leo is crushing on you, she'll randomly visit and call. One of the coolest aspects of the Leo personality is how they can follow their hearts without fear of rejection. If a Leo likes you, she won't be afraid to try and see you. When she wants to hear your voice, she’ll dial you right up.^{[10]
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- If you get unexpected calls and visits from a Leo woman, this means she loves to interact with you. This says that she's emotionally invested in you, too!

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She’s super generous with you.

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If a Leo likes you, she'll love to share with you. Leos might be the most generous sign in the zodiac, so if she likes you, there will be little gifts galore.^{[11]
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Stina Garbis
Psychic Astrologer

Expert Interview} Whether it be her dessert or her phone charger, she’s likely to take a what’s-mine-is-yours approach with the person she cares about.
- If she offers you treats, gifts, or trinkets, that suggests that she's into you.

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She’s loyal.

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When a Leo cares about you, her loyalty will be a given. If you know she would drop anything and come to your rescue if you needed her help, that’s huge. However, she definitely treats both friends and romantic partners with this same protectiveness. So consider this behavior a sign that you’ve got her heart, but don’t assume from this alone that it’s romantic.
- If a Leo woman comes to your aid when you’re sick, you’ve been wronged, or you’ve gotten into trouble, then she cares a lot about you.

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She asks you to comfort her.

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If a Leo woman goes to you when she needs support, then she likes you. She has no shortage of loyal companions to help her when she needs it. So, if you’re the person she chooses to trust with her problems, that means that she thinks you’re special.^{[12]
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- Consider whether or not she’s ever gone to you in the past when she had a bad day, got hurt, or was struggling with her emotions. If she has, this is a sign that she likes you.

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She makes sure no one else gets you.

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If a Leo likes you, she won't want to share you with anyone. She’s too confident, combative, and fiery to let anyone make a move on you without consequence. As one of the three fire signs, a Leo’s fearlessness and energy make her a pretty intimidating person to compete against for your affection. If she likes you and knows there are other interested parties, she’ll definitely want to do something about it.
- If you know that the Leo in your life is trying to keep other romantic interests away, then it’s super likely that she likes you.

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She does whatever she can to make you happy.

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When a Leo likes you, she'll want to brighten your day. It’s that simple! If she looks for ways to support you, excite you, and bring joy into your life, then that Leo probably likes you.^{[13]
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- Does she try to make you laugh on your bad days and show up on the days you need a friendly face? If a Leo woman always seems to be looking out for you, this suggests that she likes you.

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She tells you.

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If a Leo woman likes you, she’ll probably just come right out and say so. She’s confident, direct, and self-aware, so women of this sign aren’t likely to spend too much time waiting around for you to make the first move. She’d be more likely to walk right up and say something like, “Hey, I like you. Is that feeling mutual?”
- If a Leo tells you she likes you, trust that she’s being honest and not playing any games.
- If a Leo hasn’t explicitly told you how she feels, it’s less likely that she’s interested, but still definitely possible. Look out for other signs that she's interested.

Join the Discussion...

What's your opinion on Leo women?

Mechila Blake
Astrologer and Tarot Reader

I find Leos to be naturally talented. That’s always the first thing that stands out to me. They have an artistic side—whether it’s singing, writing, or expressing themselves through fashion. They are very expressive, entertaining, and charismatic.

Leos are also great at bringing people together and forming connections. However, one challenge they may face is balancing their need for attention in relationships while also being willing to share the spotlight. I wouldn’t say they’re superficial, but they do enjoy having control. They love bringing people together, but they also prefer to be the leader of the group. They don’t mind working in a team, as long as they’re at the front of the line.

So, they are amazing social butterflies and great at maintaining relationships. But at times, they might struggle with always wanting to be right or in charge. Still, they’re incredibly fun to be around.

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