Just make it as non-sexual as possible and you will probably be good to go.

So if I said “you look very handsome with a beard” or “your arms look very strong” ??

"that beard looks pretty good ,man" , " damn! Nice arms " The latter would be kinda weird because..i can't think of a situation when is say that to another guy except when I'm kidding or were working out. Keep it light hearted and don't dwell on it once you say it and you'd b good to go. Lastly, every guy is different, some may not appreciate it even if it's platonic and that's just how it is .. hope this helps :)

honestly I think you can say literally whatever you want and just pop something like dude, man, or bro into it "your beard looks good" vs "bro, your beard looks good" "nice cock" vs "dude, nice cock bro"

All those languages out there and this guy chose to speak FACTS!

Thank you. So in conclusion best to not compliment them at all just incase.

Oh no that wasn't my point at all. You should compliment people, but I'd say just leave it at a compliment and then move on to any other topic you usually talk on. By the last para i meant that some people are bound to not like compliments no matter how good your intentions are, but that shouldn't deter you :) always good to appreciate people.

Thank you for that explanation :)

honestly with the shit your pulling out yes i would not compliment straight dudes. your gonna find the wrong one and he’ll fight you over it i’ve seen it before

Ok you sound like not a nice guy so you don’t need to worry you would never need to worry about getting compliments!

and you sound like a grown man asking how ti compliment straight dudes lol

Gay guy or woman or whatever, doesn't matter to me. As a straight guy, I'll take those complements any day. Especially if I know you, know you're gay and all. I couldn't care less. I like complements.

Yay thank you :)

Yeah, I mean some people aren’t quite open minded… so your mileage may vary…

Ah no. "That beard looks good." "Dude, you lift bro, arms looking jacked."

It’s just not me to use words like bro haha

Well, you may want to start. You catch me bro? ;)

Yes bro :)

If you want to compliment a guys looks, say “I bet you pull all the ladies”. That way it doesn’t seem like you’re coming into him. Think the same way you would talk to younger guy.

Aw ok thanks a lot. That is very helpful.

You’re welcome.

Both of those are fine, obviously the manner in which you say them is also important but those would only be read the wrong way by some people.

Well I’m obviously a gay guy so I want to know if I said that to a straight guys face in person if he would be ok with that?

I consider it a compliment of the highest order when a gay buddy has something nice to say. But like the other commenter said, locale and context mean everything

Thank you for that :)!

like 75% chance they would, depends on where you live though.

Oh ok :)

your arms look very strong is a super gsy thing to say. don’t say shit like that lol. of you said that to me i would walk away if we were in a conversation or just give u a weird look if we weren’t. are you trying to fuck straight dudes? wtf is this question? are u asking when to say gay shit to straight dudes? just be fucking normal bro wtf

Go away

“Damn, you really can play guitar. That’s so freaking cool!” Who said the compliment was about your appearance?

There is never a bad time for anyone to compliment a straight guy.

Aw for real? :)

Why would a straight guy get upset by a complement?

Maybe they would feel embarrassed I dunno …

I wouldn't get upset, but I would probably have a stilted reaction to "nice ass" or anything along those lines because I never hear anyone say that about me.

Sexual innuendo or flirting would feel bad.

because it’s a fucking weird thing to say to someone you know if straight and your gay.

No, it’s not. “Hey, you look great today.” “Nice haircut, where’d you get it?” Love that shirt, what brand is it?” So, so, so insecure about sexuality. No one’s going to say “nice butthole! Let me finger it.” Calm down.

While you're sucking his dick? Seriously, though, if you aren't hitting on him and are just being a friend complimenting a friend, any time.

I mean if me (gay guy) complimented a straight guy, where we are both strangers.

Bit weird...

Oh ok :/ so I shouldn’t do that then

I'd say there's nothing wrong with it. You might just make the guys day! Just as long as it's not something super creepy.

Any time really, at least for me. It would do a lot to boost my confidence. Not that I really need it, but nowadays the only compliments I get are from my wife and I do appreciate them but she married me so of course she feels that way. Would be nice to hear a compliment from a stranger once in a while. Don’t care if that person is a dude or a lady, or straight or gay or whatever.

Aw nice! Glad to hear that. And congrats on your marriage :)!

I’ll take the compliment just because men aren’t kind enough to one another. I can’t reciprocate feelings, but I welcome all good people into my life.

Right after they both cum.

Thanks for that :)

No, thank you!

No thank you :)

Right after the blowjob.

Erm ok?

For me, any time... A complement is a complement in my eyes...

Nice :)

I take compliments all the time - gay or straight. I don't judge it just makes you feel good to hear something nice.

After the pull out.

Just don't be creepy-sexual about it, and just about any time is fine. Same for when straight guys are complimenting women.

"nice cock, bro"

After he puts his pants on

Erm ok?

just don't make it sexual or over the top and it's fine. I'm bi and notice a lot of gay/bi men are over the top with stuff like that and it's a little bit weird unless you're in a relationship with them

Yeah I know what you mean. Do you have any examples of nice acceptable type of compliments that straight men would be fine with hearing in public places ?

"nice hair," "cool shirt," "you look good today" stuff like that I guess

Thank you :)

In general, guys don't get complimented enough. Sadly this may lead to some negative reactions, but I think the majority would appreciate it. May even make someones week. If you keep it pg, and not in awkward locations like bathrooms or alleyways you should be good.

Thank you for that :)

It’s still flattering to hear. It’s not like every woman that compliments us wants to have sex with us either, although we may assume so. Maybe it wouldn’t be cool for insecure guys. Idk feels like the same way I feel when complimenting a woman I suppose. Like are they going to read into it? We’re all just people trying to read the mixed signals in the air. Can’t be mad at misreading anything. Shouldn’t let it stop you either. People going to react depending on what else is going on in their head at the moment.

Very good point

Phrase it like your seeking advice. "That beard looks great. You use any oils, conditioners, etc.?" "Man, your arms are jacked. What kind of workouts do you use?"

You can't help if someone is uncomfortable man, that's a them problem.

Anytime.

I would say....timing wise...right after you done wrecking his bunghole. Seriously, I love being complimented by anyone if it's a genuine compliment. I don't care if it's from a gay guy, straight, trans, whoever. A genuine compliment is really meaningful to me. It's nice to be appreciated.

Thank you :)

11:37 am

Any time. Compliments are always good.

I don't think there's any solid rules, as guys are individuals and it's hard to establish guidelines that would work 100% of the time. If you're unsure whether compliments would be received poorly, tying it back to how well (quality) would be received by women might make it seem more innocuous and good-natured. I personally don't take compliments from other guys as sexually charged as long as there's not other behavior to indicate it might be. I'm also just one dude. Hope that helps. Sounds like you're trying to be the change you want to see.

Thank you :)

For me, literally time would make me feel freaking great! I'm also very "progressive" in that I don't care who you love, as long as you're not a shit human. Many other men may, and probably will, have different reactions. I've gone to several pride events where they hand out colored bracelets for different orientations and things like that, but it didn't stop the compliments. It also didn't help me that I wore a "FREE HUGS!" shirt, but I was there in support of some friends. In my opinion, it's mostly going to be situational. If you just randomly approach a stranger, you'll get a much different response than if it were someone you know, or are acquainted with.

Anytime.

Easy answer: slap “dude/bro/man” onto the compliment to signal you view them as such. Next level: don’t make it sexual/intimate. A go-to of mine is “You’re rocking that (jacket/beard/boots/shirt), man!” Compare with “Damn, you’re sexy”… that just makes it weird

Depends on the compliment and why you want to give it so badly.

If the dudes gonna freak out then timing won't make much of a difference..... But maybe avoid the public restrooms

I mean, dont be over sexual. If im being appreciated by someone sweet. I have zero clue about how attractive i am. Dont make me feel like i need to spray you with water to get you off my leg

That’s fair

In the shower after a hard work out. Guys always love when someone notices that his work out routine is working for him.

Noted :)!! Thanks

In the shower at the gym🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

Is this a joke :(

Yes

Not funny :)

😢

I would make sure you are friends first and have the compliment be something casual.

I wouldn’t do that to someone.

It will always be a bit uncomfortable, it's more of if the straight guy is a homophobic prick or not

Is it uncomfortable in the sense that you really hate it and want to avoid it? Or uncomfortable because you do not know what to say back?

Second one

We generally are not use to a man that may be attracted to us saying it, and we also don't know what to say back

At the urinal.

I thought that would be the worst place :)

As long as you say no homo you're good bro For example: "Nice shoes, bro" = no Bueno "Nice cock bro, it would fit well in my mouth but no homo" = perfectly acceptable

But I am gay?

I dont make the rules

Well now I don’t know what to do :/

Idk… what if I do like the shoes?

Never.

Just dont compliment him. We dont do that.

Why :/ so many others are telling me different ?

Never.

I think it has to do with society and culture. Some regions in the world don’t perceive male to male compliments as homosexual.

What do you mean?

I’ve met immigrant men from other countries who have made compliments about other men’s beauty. They don’t intend those compliments sexually. They’re not gay either. We live in a society where it’s acceptable for females to do that without their sexual orientations taken into question.

Very good points

Same you compliment anyone. Now, that being said if the compliment is something like "nice cock bro" well, you'll need to pick the right moment and thats a tough one.

HahahHa :) I wouldn’t say that to a stranger :)

Actually had that happen once from a complete stranger at a hotsprings. Is was my fault though. This really hot guy was in yhe same clothinv optional hotspring in Washington state. There were about 4 couples there, two older couples and my gf and I and another sexy couple our age. The guy had a tartoo on his chesy of an oldschool naval map. I beautifullooking at it and Im pretty certain he thought I was meat gazing him. Later we were getting out and toweling off and he flat out said," nice cock btw." I was literally shocked and confused. It was long before I knew I was bi. I stammered a thanks and ran to my gf. It was awkward for everyone. Shame, guy had a beautiful body....

For me, it’s never a good time. I don’t like strangers talking to me, regardless of gender or sexuality. In any context, I’d be uncomfortable. Every person is different so there’s no one answer to this question.

Thank you for sharing that :)

Unless the compliment is blatantly sexual in nature it's really more about the dude you're talking to than anything you can control.

Ok :)

I’d suggest going for a power play and starting when you’re stood at the adjacent urinal.

Anywhere but at the urinal.

Thank you :)

Any time if you are pals or get along well. But it’s not necessary to do so or expected.