Author’s Note:
Hey Mustangs! I feel I should specify some things before starting off this article.
First off, the application of the love languages described are purely up to interpretation; romantic, platonic, whatever feels right. A person of any zodiac sign can feel (or not feel) drawn towards another person. Not all of them experience love the same, nor completely according to the way their corresponding sign is described here. Like usual, this is all in good fun and should be taken with a grain of salt.
– Kaia Rae.
Each zodiac sign is unique in the ways they show and experience love. A Pisces could feel affection towards the same person as Aries (platonically or romantically), but express those feelings in a very different manner. Just in time for Valentine’s, here’s a guide to which methods may build up your zodiac sign’s love language!
Aries: Words of Affirmation + Acts of Service
Aries is a sign that, for the most part, knows their worth when it comes to others’ treatment of them. However, verbal communication is a struggle for them, making creating a comfortable and safe environment for conversation all the more important. Words of affirmation greatly help in cultivating this. Praise helps them feel more confident expressing their thoughts with an individual. They also value acts of service, particularly personal things like being a listening ear, or standing up for them (even when they don’t directly ask). This reminds Aries they can count on someone for support.
Taurus: Space + Acts of Service
Taurus is very used to routine and schedule. Even if hit by sudden affection for someone, they likely won’t care to spend every moment next to them. It’s important to give them time and space, in order to not make them feel like their life is being hijacked by love. It doesn’t mean they don’t care about that individual, just that room to still do their own thing makes that love all the more strong! Taurus also feels appreciated when someone completes small but routine tasks for them. Just that effort to take a bit off their plate, alongside space to live their own way, carries a lot of meaning to them.
Gemini: Quality Time + Gift Giving
Gemini put being heard and understood first and foremost in the bonds they cultivate. If they feel they’re being ignored, they won’t hesitate to leave. Connection, to them, is the other person seeing them as their authentic self. Quality time with them can be going to their favorite places, watching a movie they enjoy, or any experience that relates to them on a personal level. The same goes for gift giving (the scented candle they wanted at the mall, a shirt that matches their style, etc). It brings Gemini peace of mind knowing they are on that person’s mind.
Cancer: Gift Giving + Physical Touch
Cancer is a sign very intune with their emotions. When they first feel love towards someone, it often hits them head on, almost overwhelmed by the suddenness of it all. Once that feeling settles, they often cling to that person. Even if the moment isn’t all that eventful, Cancer feels appreciated through physical touch. They can also experience affection through receiving gifts. This typically isn’t for materialistic reasons, but because it shows that person thinks of them enough to get something for them. Giving Cancer gifts, in their eyes, is giving them little physical reminders of their support.
Leo: Words of Affirmation + Physical Touch
Leo tends to enjoy someone’s company most when it’s rich with emotion. They live and breathe the love they feel, and aren’t afraid to let the world know of that fact once they’ve found it. Physical touch is a big way for them to express their love while regulating their emotions. When their mind is flooded with care for someone, feeling their touch is something that both heightens that feeling and takes away its pressure. Along with this, words of affirmation are a surefire way to boost their confidence. A person willing to provide this is someone who truly speaks Leo’s language.
Virgo: Quality Time + Physical Touch
Virgo tends to feel closest with someone in their life when physically close to them, a key component in keeping their attraction alive. When spending longer or being far away, it dies off or never ignites in the first place. This isn’t exactly Virgo’s fault, but just the way their mind is wired for most things; when away from something, their priorities shift to adjust fast. Generally, the activities and places don’t matter as much as the time just being around someone. Physical touch helps them ground themselves, learning and remembering every piece of their person.
Libra: Acts of Service + Quality Time
Libra embodies emotional balance and stability, their connections with others being built from those same structures. Automatically, they hold a lot of trust in those they’re close with. But break that trust, and a pillar of their connection with that person will crack. To maintain a trusting environment, little acts of service let them know they can rely on someone to stick around. Alongside this balance, they also enjoy getting to know the person through frequent outings and activities. With these focuses, Libra can be counted on to be a force of supportive energy.
Scorpio: Space + Acts of Service
Scorpio takes a while to build trust with most individuals. This makes it integral to give them some time to themselves. When someone suddenly clings to them, it comes off as anxiety-inducing rather than endearing. This isn’t to say they can’t be excited about the idea of connecting with someone. However, windows of time and space are required in order for their affection to stay fresh, even once it’s formed. One big thing they cherish is acts of service: specifically, little courtesies. Opening a door for them, thanking them. These are actions that open Scorpio’s heart towards someone.
Sagittarius: Gift Giving + Physical Touch
When connecting with someone, Sagittarius (more often than not) looks for a sense of security in that bond. Feeling protected, treasured for being the person they are, is what . One way they express this is through receiving gifts. Big gestures, even ones that some may see as over-the-top, are what makes them feel appreciated. Frequent physical touch also helps associate someone with a state of comfort. Just holding their hand or embracing them is like a sign saying, “You are safe, you are loved”. It’s this stability that Sagittarius craves and needs.
Capricorn: Space + Words of Affirmation
Capricorn, despite their soft-spoken nature in comparison to other signs, are generally eager to connect with someone. This doesn’t exactly mean they want that person to jump into their routine without warning; they like a bit of heads-up! Making clear plans in advance with them, or asking before small physical gestures like hugging or holding hands, often creates the perfect space in that bond. Space to check in with themselves makes all the difference when forming a connection with Capricorn. Words of affirmation can also be reassuring and a great way to build their self-esteem.
Aquarius: Words of Affirmation + Gift Giving
Love for others can be a huge component in the life of Aquarius. It’s something giving them motivation, like a passion project. To keep this ambition alive, that person must also be determined in their affection. Clear gestures often achieve this best. Words of affirmation keep interest fresh, and they will likely offer the same towards that person. This is similar to gift-giving; give Aquarius a trinket, and chances are they will already be researching the perfect one for that person. They may even try to outdo them in a playful manner. This isn’t Aquarius seeing love as transactional, but their way of showing they want to put time and care into it.
Pisces: Quality Time + Space
Pisces thrives off sociality. They’re often happiest when surrounded by an array of individuals building up their support system and social web. However, they also value alone time to rest and recharge. A big way for someone to show them affection is granting them this space. Hangouts may be important, but knowing when they need a break is perhaps even more so. Once their social battery is recharged, Pisces is a sign that lives for good times with someone else. Above all, they’re a sign that knows how to make fun memories with the person they care about.