“hey” after a few days of silence
He's testing the water
Don't reward the gap with eagerness or punish it with coldness. A light, slightly playful reply re-opens without giving everything away.
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Replies to “hey,” decoded.
“heyy” with extra letters
Warmer than it looks
Extra letters usually signal friendliness or flirtation. You can meet that energy a notch up from neutral.
“hey stranger”
Playful re-entry
This is an invitation to banter. A teasing reply lands better here than a flat "hi."
Just “hey,” nothing else, often
Low effort to watch
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FAQ
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How do I respond to “hey” without being boring?
Skip "hey" back — it stalls the thread. Reply with a small hook: a playful tease, a question, or a quick reference to something between you. DearHim will write one based on your context.
Should I reply to a “hey” after he went quiet?
If you're interested, a light reply is fine — just don't over-explain the gap or reward it with too much eagerness. I'll help you strike the right tone.
What does it mean when he only ever says “hey”?
Consistently low-effort openers can signal low investment. Watch whether he ever carries the conversation once it starts.
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