Idioms
Break Up
End a relationship
"ask someone out"
invite someone on a date
What does it mean to have a crush on someone?
to like someone romantically, sometimes without them knowing you are interested.
red flag
Smelly, disorganized, sloppy, dirty.
Bad Hygiene
Hit it Off
To get along, be interested.
"in the friend zone"
someone you are romantically interested in only sees you as a friend
What does it mean to be attracted to someone?
Being interested or liking someone.
green flag
Talks about personal details, makes people uncomfortable, poor boundaries
TMI (too much information)
'Fall' for someone
starting to be in love with someone
"blind date"
to go on a date with someone you’ve never met before.
What does it mean when two people are dating?
Two people who are attracted to one another get together for dates where they might do activities and spend time together.
sneaky, manipulative, lying
red flags
Person is late, looks at their cell phone a lot, and does not show any interest in their date.
Rude! Disrespectful.
'Seeing' Someone
dating someone specific
"my type"
a person who has qualities that one likes
What does it mean when two people are in a relationship?
Boyfriend/girlfriend stage. Usually the couple is committed and exclusive and feel somewhat serious about one another. They have spent time getting to know one another and building trust.
Showing respect and genuine interest.
Green Flags
Why can't a 21 year old date a 17 year old?
It is illegal!
'Cheat' on Someone
to be unfaithful while in a committed relationship
"flirt"
playfully show interest in someone
What does it mean to be engaged?
Having formally agreed to marry one another. Committed to planning a future together. Usually have known each other, spent time dating and building trust, and have started to integrate your lives.
aggressive or easily angered
red flags
Person is a stranger
Not appropriate, could be dangerous!