11 Helpful Ways to Text a Leo Woman

Co-authored by Imad Jbara and Glenn Carreau

Last Updated: March 5, 2024 Fact Checked

When you have your heart set on a playful and passionate Leo, the thought of texting her can be a little stressful. However, you’ll soon discover that there’s no need to worry! Leos are incredibly social and happy to take the lead in a conversation so long as you give them a place to start. Here are the best ways to win over your Leo lady using flirty texts to grab her attention.

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Be fun and flirty.

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Leos are natural flirts and quickly pick up on romantic vibes. If she’s interested in you, she’ll want you to start flirting with her over text.^{[1]
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Imad Jbara
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Expert Interview} Keep your flirts fun and playful, and she’ll eagerly match your energy. The smoother and more confident you can sound while texting, the more she’ll enjoy flirting with you.
- “How are you still single?! 🤯”
- “I can’t help but smile every time your name pops up on my phone screen.”
- “I need your help! 😳 I have a BIG problem: I can’t stop thinking about you!”
- “Is your name Google? Because you have everything I’m searching for. 😉”

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Use cute emojis and GIFs.

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Emojis will help lighten the tone of your texts. Leos like to keep their texting lighthearted and full of positivity. To match her energy, include emojis and GIFs that communicate your intention in texts. Happy emojis and smiley faces add extra warmth to a text, and you can send a quick silly GIF when you want to make her smile.
- Use any of the smiley face emojis to add warmth to your message. “Hey, text me when you get a chance! 😊” feels more inviting than “Hey, text me when you get a chance.”
- Add romantic vibes to your text with a heart emoji (❤️), a kissing face (😘), a kiss (💋), or even a rose (🌹).
- You could add some emoji flair to a “good morning” or “good night” text. Send a text along the lines of “Good morning, cutie! ☀️” or “Sweet dreams! 🌙✨”
- Send 1 or 2 emojis per text. Otherwise, it might feel like you’re coming on a little strong.

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Give her plenty of compliments.

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Every Leo ego needs praise and attention from their love interest. Text compliments to your Leo lady to win her over and make sure they’re genuine.^{[2]
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Expert Interview} Point out her strengths and best qualities to make her feel appreciated. Draw special attention to her looks, confidence, natural charisma, and bright mind. She’ll be delighted to have your admiration and eager to continue texting you.^{[3]
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- “You’re so warm and easy to talk to!”
- “Your smile brightens my entire day. 😊”
- “I admire the passion you have for your career. It’s inspirational to hear about!”
- “You have the best hair of anyone I’ve ever met! It’s gorgeous, and so are you. ❤️”

4

Send her a selfie.

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Leo women want a partner who puts effort into their style and hygiene. Send her a random selfie from time to time when you’re feeling good about yourself. Make your selfie more alluring by putting on flattering clothes, styling your hair, and adding any embellishments that you enjoy such as makeup or accessories. You gain confidence when you feel good about yourself, and Leos will love seeing that confidence in a selfie.
- For example, you could text her: “Just got a new haircut! Thoughts? 🙏”
- “Check it out! I’m at that coffee shop you love. ☕️”
- “Trying on new clothes right now. What do you think of this look? 😊”
- Your Leo lady will love showing you off to her friends and going places in public together when she can see that you take care of your appearance as much as she does.

5

Entertain her with funny texts.

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Leos have a great sense of humor. Because they have playful and sometimes childlike energy, Leo ladies are attracted to people who can make them laugh. They tend to get bored easily, but you can hold their attention by sending lots of funny videos, memes, and jokes. She’ll be especially fond of tongue-in-cheek sarcasm!^{[4]
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- “Saw this hilarious video and thought of you immediately! It seems right up your alley. 😆”
- “You’re a big Marvel fan, right? Found a few memes on Tumblr that you might enjoy!”
- “We may not be socks…but I think we make a great pair! 😘”
- Make sure that your texts have a point to them. Your Leo lady is more likely to respond to a text that has purpose than a text that says “Hey.”

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Ask her for advice.

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Leo women are intelligent and happy to share their wisdom. Text your Leo for recommendations or advice on dealing with a problem. Thank her for helping you, and let her know later that you followed her advice. This is a great way to give your Leo attention while also showing her that you trust and value her judgment.
- “Hey! 😚 I’ve been craving sushi lately and I want to try someplace new. Any suggestions?”
- “I’ve been having some drama with one of my co-workers. Since you’re always so great with people, I was hoping you could give me advice? 🙏”
- “My favorite TV show just ended and I have no idea what to watch now. 🥺 What shows are you into?”

7

Talk about your goals and ambitions.

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Leos may be playful, but they’re also one of the most driven signs. Your Leo lady will take a special interest if you show her that you have dreams and encourage hers—because you can bet she’ll have them! Set goals for your professional life or your hobbies, and share them with your Leo while the two of you are texting.^{[5]
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- Leos look for a partner who will help them realize their ambitions. Make a point to encourage her when she talks about her goals and offer help if she ever needs it.
- For example, you could text her, “I think it’s so cool that you’re a musician. I’ll be in the front row cheering at your next gig if you’d like me to be there!”
- “I’ve been really into painting since college, and my goal for the next couple of months is to start submitting pieces to local galleries!”

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Be truthful with her.

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Leo women expect complete honesty, and their trust is hard to win back. Pretending to be someone you’re not will only lead to problems down the road. Be honest with her and let her see the real you! She has no problem with different opinions so long as hers are respected, and she’ll appreciate your honesty and openness.
- For example, if she raves about a movie you didn’t like and then asks for your thoughts, say: “Honestly, I wasn’t a fan of the film. I enjoyed hearing your take on it, though! 😊”
- Another example could be: "To be honest, I made a mistake at work today and I'm feeling pretty upset. Maybe we could talk about it?"
- Even a small lie is a betrayal to Leos. If you lie early on in the relationship and get discovered later, you could be in big trouble.

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Text her often.

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Leos want to feel like they’re the center of your universe. Send your Leo lady frequent texts to let her know that you can’t stop thinking about her. Keep the texts short and sweet; a quick check-in every day will make her feel desired and special. If she knows that she has your attention, she’s more likely to get invested in the relationship.
- “Hey you! Just wanted to tell you that I’m thinking of you. 😘”
- “Good morning! ☀️ Hope you have a great day at work. Let’s chat when you’re free!”
- “You’re the first thing I think of when I wake up. ❤️ How can one person be so amazing?”

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Reply to her texts quickly.

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Leo women prefer attentive partners who will communicate often. Sometimes life gets in the way, and that’s fine—make a point to text her back as soon as you get the chance. Texting back right away is ideal, and if you can’t, text her when you’re free and offer a quick apology for the delay.
- When you respond right away, you could add “Amazing timing—I was just thinking about you! 😉” to your message.
- If there’s a delay before your response, you could text: “Hey, so sorry for the late reply! Work was crazy today. 🤯”

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Be straightforward about your feelings.

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Leos value courage and honesty in their partners. If you’re interested in her, then tell her how you feel. While Leo women are natural leaders, they’re also attracted to people who show the same confidence and directness as they do. Take the initiative and ask her out on a date when you feel ready; she’ll understand that it took courage to make a move and appreciate your straightforwardness.^{[6]
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- “I feel a real connection here and I’m dying to meet up in person. Would you go on a date with me this weekend?”
- “I was wondering if you’d let me buy you a cup of coffee sometime? I’d love to chat more in person.”
- Reader Poll: We asked 973 wikiHow readers to tell us the best ways to make an impression on a Leo, and 69% agreed that romantic declarations mean the most to this fire sign. [Take Poll]
- So in short, don't be afraid to go bold!

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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