Has someone ever told you you stole their heart? Usually, when we hear words like this, it might take us by surprise and we might be at a loss on what to reply.
When someone says, “you stole my heart,” they usually mean they’ve been taken by everything about you or they’re charmed by you.
Also, it could mean they admire you greatly for something they saw you did. In addition, it means they’re in love with you.
Sometimes, people use this expression to show surprise at an action that touches them and to praise you for that.
In this article, I’m going to give you 20 replies to someone who says you stole their heart.
So, whether you feel love for them or not, whether you’re surprised or not, you won’t be left at a loss for words.
20 Replies to Give When Someone Says You Stole My Heart
Below are 20 replies you can give someone who says “you stole my heart.” They’ll help you express your shock, your rejection of their love, or your acceptance of their love and compliment.
- I’m not giving it back
- I’m going to guard it
- I’m going to keep it
- Because you have stolen mine
- We are both guilty
- No. You gave it away
- Don’t worry, it’s in safe hands
- Oh! I hadn’t realized that
- When/how did it happen?
- So, what are we doing about that?
- Do you want it back?
- Aww! I love you too
- Aww! Thanks a Lot
- Thank you
- I’m pleased
- I’m glad I did
- It’s what I do; steal people’s hearts
- Wow! That’s lovely to know
- Wow! It’s nice to know that
- Am I going to jail?
I’m Not Giving It Back
When someone tells you you stole their heart, one of the responses you can give is, “I’m not giving it back.”
When you tell them you’re not giving it back, it shows you’re comfortable and satisfied that you’ve their heart.
You’d understand that they mean they’ve fallen in love with you or have romantic feelings for you.
So, if you feel the same way for them, one of the appropriate responses is to let them know you’re going to keep their heart.
Also, if you don’t have the same feelings, but you think you can create something between you too, you can give this reply.
I’m Going to Guard It
When someone tells you you stole their heart, one of the replies you can give is, “I’m going to guard it.”
In this way, you’re letting them know you want to have their heart that was why you took it in the first place.
This reply works well when you want to share your feelings towards them too, letting them know you also care for them.
Moreover, this reply can be the start of something beautiful between you both. When you say you’re going to guard their heart, you’re promising to take care of them and be loyal.
Guarding one’s heart entails protecting one from getting hurt. So, you should say it when you mean it.
I’m Going to Keep It
“I’m going to keep it” is another response to, “you stole my heart.”
With this response, you understand the person is telling you that they’ve feelings for you.
When you tell someone who says you stole their heart that you’re going to keep it, it goes to show that you also feel the same way they feel about you.
In addition, your response shows your readiness for a relationship with them if they’re proposing it.
So, you can always say this when you’re sure you feel strongly for the person who tells you you stole their heart.
Because You Have Stolen Mine
Another proper reply for “you stole my heart” is “because you’ve stolen mine.”
This reply is appropriate when you’re in love with the person in question or have strong feelings for them.
When you tell them you stole theirs because they stole yours, it expresses you’re satisfied with the feelings they’ve for you. Also, it shows you feel the same for them.
So, you can give this reply when you’re sure you feel strongly for them and you’re ready to commit.
We Are Both Guilty
“We are both guilty” is another way you can respond to “you stole my heart“
Saying you’re both guilty will let the person they’ve stolen yours too. And that means you feel the same way about them.
This reply is appropriate when you want to let the other in more deeply. If it’s from a friend, you’re letting them know you’re ready to take your relationship to another level.
No. You Gave It Away
One of the replies you can give to someone who says you stole my heart is, “you gave it away.”
This is not a very serious reply. You can say this to a friend who suddenly says that out of the blue or whom you think is joking.
When you say this, it doesn’t promise anything or give out anything. However, this reply can mean two things depending on the person.
The person may take it as an interest in them or a disinterest. So, it’s left for you both to set yourself straight. So, if you think the person is flirting with you, you can use this reply.
Don’t Worry, It’s in safe hands
This is another reply you can say to someone who says you stole their heart. This is yet another reply that doesn’t give out anything.
This is appropriate to say in situations when you think the person is only teasing or joking. When you say this it shows your disinterest or your lack of concern about what they mean.
Also, you can use this reply to dismiss the person when you don’t want to have the conversation. In this way, the person should see that you don’t care.
Oh! I hadn’t realized that
“Oh, I hadn’t realized that” is another response to someone who says you stole their heart.
This expression can be used in different situations. You can say this to show your surprise at what the person said; maybe your bestie just told you out of the blue.
Also, you can say this expression to show your disinterest. Here, you’d understand they’re sharing their feelings with you. And if you give this reply in a flat tone, they’ll see your disinterest.
In addition, this reply can also work when you’re genuinely surprised and need to know more about what they mean or when they’d developed feelings for you.
When/How Did It Happen?
When someone says you stole their heart, you can ask them how it happened.
Maybe a friend told you that and you’re surprised, then you can ask them when or how it happened.
This reply shows your surprise and your interest in knowing more. Moreover, you don’t have to have an interest in the person before genuinely wanting to know.
Also, if you’ve feelings for them, you can still go ahead and give this reply if you weren’t expecting them to feel that way for you.
So, What Are We Doing About That?
“So, what are we going to do about that?” is rude and sarcastic to say to someone who tells you you stole their heart.
Giving this kind of reply tells the person you aren’t interested in what they mean. If the person had given you a hint before then that they like you, this expression will show you don’t feel the same way.
You can use this on someone you think is joking and teasing you. You can as well say it to dismiss anyone you don’t want to talk to.
Do You Want It Back?
Another reply that will work for, “you stole my heart” is “Do you want it back?”
Here, if you want to sound sassy, this is the expression for you. With the response, you’re showing you don’t care and feel the same way the person saying so feels.
Here, you’d understand they’re sharing their interest in you, and giving this reply shows your disinterest.
Aww! I love You Too
“Aww! I love you too,” is another appropriate response for someone who says you stole their heart.
Depending on the conversation, you can say this to return a compliment if it’s used as a compliment.
For instance, you did a performance that impressed the person and they say, “you stole my heart with that performance.” You can give this reply to return the gesture.
“Aww! Shows you’re pleased with what they said and “I love you too” returns the compliment.
Additionally, you can use this reply if the person is telling you of their feelings to let them know you feel the same way.
Aww! Thanks a Lot
This is another good response to “you stole my heart.” This reply is appropriate to use when the person says that as a compliment.
This reply will show your gratitude and your acceptance of the compliment. Saying this with a smile will express your pleasure better.
Thank you
This is a simple reply to give someone who says you stole their heart.
You should use this when the person is complimenting you for your actions.
I’m pleased
“I’m pleased” is another proper way to respond to someone who says you stole their heart.
You use this reply in response to the person complimenting you. This reply shows your gratitude for the complimenter while showing your pride for what you did to steal their heart.
Also, you can use this to show your disinterest. If the person telling you is trying to share their feelings, simply saying I’m pleased shows you don’t care.
However, this will depend on your tone because if you say this sounding pleased, it can also show your interest.
So, if you don’t have feelings for the person, you can say “I’m pleased” flatly and dismissively.
I’m glad I did
“I’m glad I did” is another proper response for “you stole my heart.” Depending on the conversation, it can mean two things.
First, you can use this to reply to the person if he’s complimenting your actions.
Second, if the person in question is sharing their feelings with you, this expression will show you’re pleased to hear it. And possibly, it can show you feel the same way too.
It’s what I do; steal people’s heart
Another response you can give to “you stole my heart” is, “it’s what I do; steal people’s hearts.”
Here, you can use this reply in two ways. First, If the person is complimenting your actions, you can say this to show your pride. Then, if you want to give a sarcastic response, this will also work.
Wow! That’s lovely to know
This is another proper response for someone who says you stole their heart. This expression is appropriate to use when the statement is used as a compliment.
Here, “wow!’ expresses your surprise, and “that’s lovely to know” shows you accept the compliment. Also, it shows you’re well pleased that they love what you did.
Wow! It’s nice to know that
“Wow! It’s nice to know that” is another way you reply to “you stole my heart.” This is a suitable response when the statement is used as a compliment.
This response expresses your surprise and at the same time shows your gratitude and pleasure.
Am I going to jail?
“Am I going to jail?” is another response you can use when someone says “you stole my heart.” This is a humorous and sarcastic reply that’s useful when you want to joke around.
If the person telling you is joking around, you can also play along with this expression. Also, you can give this reply when you want to evade the topic of discussion.
However, you shouldn’t use it when the statement is a compliment.
Conclusion
The expression “you stole my heart” can serve as a compliment or an expression of love or admiration for someone.
When someone tells you this, your response would depend on what they mean with the statement.
The above replies can be used to express your surprise, gratitude, and whether you share the same feelings with the person. Also, you can choose from them when you want to sound sarcastic or funny.