If I like someone, I call them a friend. They are now my friend regaurdless of whether i am theirs.
That’s actually a good question 🤨
I just ask. Friends don’t mind, and it’s a good moment to tell them you appreciate them as a friend.
That’s the kind of question where almost everyone will give you the same answer.
A friend will say you’re friends, because you are.
Non-friends will say you’re friends; because either they want to take advantage, or don’t want to offend.People tend to answer honestly in my experience. Those who lied and became friends after a while, that’s just a friend gained.
As for taking advantage, I guess that depends on the person. I’m not particularly vulnerable, as I set the same standards for friends and strangers.
I just ask for a hug. If they willing give it they’re my friend now.