Signs its the right time to say I love you: You keep almost saying it or finding it at the tip of your tongue. You know your partner extremely well. You recognize your partners flaws—but you still feel like you love them. Youve had significant or meaningful experiences together.

How do you know when to say I love you?

Wait until youre absolutely bursting. Do not do it before, after, or during sex. Dont say it when youre very emotional and cannot think rationally. Dont say it when you want to reward your partner for something.

How long should you wait for I Love You?

While there is no exact right amount of time, Damona Hoffman, the host of The Dates & Mates Podcast, does say there is a typical window for when men and women sincerely say I love you. “Each relationship is different, but I would say the average is between three to six months, Hoffman tells Elite Daily.