How to Text a Leo Woman

Last Updated: December 31, 2021

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. 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.
- If you want your Leo woman to text you, “Hey, text me when you get a chance! 😊” feels warmer and more inviting than “Hey, text me when you get a chance.”

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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. 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.^{[1]
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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. ❤️”

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Send her a selfie.

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Leo women want a partner who puts effort into their style and hygiene. If she wants to know what you look like (or you’re already comfortable sending one another photos), put on flattering clothes, style your hair, and send her an impeccable selfie. Your Leo lady will be eager to show you off to her friends and go places in public together if she knows you take care of your appearance as much as she does.
- For example, you could text her, “I’ve been having a great time getting to know you, and I’d love to put a face to this amazing personality. 😍 Can we exchange selfies?”
- If you’re already familiar with one another, send her a random selfie from time to time when you’re feeling good about yourself. “Just got a new haircut! Thoughts?” or “Check it out! I’m at that coffee shop you love. ☕️”

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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!^{[2]
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- “Saw this hilarious video and thought of you immediately! It seems right up your alley. 😆”
- 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 opinionated, and she’ll be flattered if you ask for hers. 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?”

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Talk about 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.^{[3]
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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: “To be honest, I wasn’t a fan of the film. I enjoyed hearing your take on it, though! 😊”
- To Leos, a lie is a betrayal—even a small one. 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.^{[4]
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- “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 are prideful and enjoy getting attention from love interests. 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 with your interest.

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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.
- “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.”