What Women Say vs. What They Really Mean

We, women, are complex creatures. We don’t express our feelings clearly in most times. I know men are happy reading this, for the fact that we are admitting being complicated. But men, after all what you read about us, please put some effort and try to act accordingly.

Are you aiming to understand the language of your girlfriend or wife? Guys, we are giving you the real meaning behind our words and expressions. Don’t take the exact sense of the words, unless you’re digging for trouble.

Well, understanding women isn’t a can of corn, but it’s also not as hard as flying a rocket. You just have to read between the lines.

Here are some of the most common things women usually say, and what are they actually thinking in the back of their minds.

1- Do what you want

What she really means: Do NOT do what you want or else, don’t try to come back.

2- I’ll be ready in five minutes

What she really means: I’m gonna try to finish in five minutes, but I still have to put my makeup on, and choose my dress and shoes.

3- What would you like for dinner?

What she really means: I don’t feel like preparing dinner. We’d better order or go out.

4- We’ll talk about this later

What she really means: I don’t feel like listening to you right now. If you can shut up for the time being.

5- I’m fine

What she really means: No I’m not fine at all. Ask me again and again to open up for you.

6- I forgive you

What she really means: How can I forget what you did. I’ll be waiting for your last mistake around the corner to kick you out of my life.

7- I just want a salad, I’m on diet

What she really means: If you order fries and mozzarella sticks, I can have a bite from your plate.

8- Fine

What she really means: I just want you to stop arguing. Our discussion is not yet over. Don’t count on sleeping next to me tonight.

9- I need my space

What she really means: I don’t want to see you. Get out of my face. We might break up.

10- Were you at the office?

What she really means: I called the office and you weren’t there. You’re busted! Where were you?

11- Whatever

What she really means: You didn’t convince me. But don’t you even try to open the subject again.

12- I don’t have a problem where we go or what we order

What she really means: If you reserved in a French restaurant, I would be happier with Chinese. If you ordered pizza, I would have preferred sushi.

13- I’m tired, my body is aching everywhere

What she means: If you’re thinking of having a hot time at night, forget about me.

14- It’s that time of the month

What she really means: You have a whole week to forget about approaching me. I’ll be going to bed early.

15- What did you say?

What she really means: How dare you say that!

16- I’m always busy these days

What she really means: don’t call me again. If I want to go out with you I would have invented some free time for you.

17- Is she pretty?

What she really means: Is she prettier than me? Are you desiring other women? How dare you cheat on me!

18- Maybe

What she really means: Forget it

19- I bought new underwear

What she really means: If you don’t try to approach me tonight, this means you don’t want me anymore.

20- I wouldn’t want to disturb you

What she really means: Tell me that you leave everything for me.

21- Do I look fat?

What she really means: I look sexy, right? Do you still desire me? I’m digging for hot compliments.

22- I’m not mad

What she really means: I’m gonna kill you if I see you around.

23- Let’s go slow

What she means: I’m not interested in our relationship anymore. It’s better if we don’t see each other often.

24- This guy is a fireball

What she really means: I want you to get jealous. Don’t take me for granted. Watch out! I can jump into another man’s arms if you don’t take care of me.

25- Nothing

What she really means: Did you seriously ask me what’s wrong with me? As if you don’t know.

26- We’re good friends

What she really means: You will never see me naked.

27- You don’t have to do this

What she means: If you don’t do this, forget about me.

28- I don’t mind

What she really means: I do mind. Try me. You should know me better.

29- How do you know her?

What she really means: Did you go out together? Is it a close relationship or just a normal acquaintance?

30- Excuse me?

What she really means: I heard you loud and clear. How can you say this to me! Take it back, hurry!

31- I didn’t like him that much

What she really means: I liked him a lot, but he didn’t like me much.

32- Seriously? Really?

What she really means: You’re in big trouble. Don’t say anything negative after this word.

33- Go ahead

What she really means: Don’t you dare do it.

34- It’s ok

What she really means: It’s NOT ok. I’m mad at you, but I can’t do anything about it.

35- Are you really going to wear that?

What she really means: You’re not wearing that. I’m not going out with you like this. Go change.

36- Wow

What she really means: I’m amazed of how stupid you are, or how stupid I am for being with someone like you.

37- What date is it today?

What she really means: Don’t forget, it’s my birthday or our anniversary.

38- I don’t cook well

What she really means: I’m a great cook. I’d like to see your appreciation and hear your nice compliments.

39- If you want to go out with your friends, that’s fine with me

What she really means: If you go out with your friends tonight, I’m going out with my friends too.

40- I’m not jealous

What she means: I’m burning from inside. But I don’t want to admit it. You can see the flames coming out of my brain right now.

41- You colleagues are not bad

What she really means: I hated them. Let them stay away from you.

42- I don’t care anymore

What she really means: Of course I care, but I don’t want you to see my fragile side.

43- Have fun

What she really means: Don’t you dare flirt with the ladies.

44- We need to talk

What she really means: You’re in big trouble.

45- I’m happy for you

What she really means: I’m so mad at you that I can’t even look at your face.

46- It’s your decision

What she really means: I decide.

47- I’m happy being single

What she really means: I love finding someone special, getting married and having a big family.

48- We need…

What she really means: I need… and we should get it.

49- I’m not hungry

What she really means: If you order something, I can have a small bite with you.

50- Do you love me?

What she really means: I want you to buy me something expensive.

51- Are you stalking me?

What she really means: I like it.

52- Feel free to call:

What she really means: Call me. I’ll be waiting for you impatiently.