Time in Hours Minutes Later (2024)

FAQs

What to say to someone who takes ages to reply? ›

Politely explain he has to try harder than that.

Try saying: "I don't really spend time chasing after people who can't make time for me." "If you're into me, it shouldn't be hard to respond to my texts." "I'm only dating intentionally right now, so I don't really have time for someone who only texts once a month."

You could say something like 'I know, it's been too long! I've missed catching up with you. ' This shows that you're happy to see them and eager to reconnect.

When a guy takes a long time to reply, it could be because he's swamped with work or other commitments. Some jobs and responsibilities demand significant time and attention, and it's not necessarily a negative sign if he prioritizes attending to those responsibilities.

Try matching the other person's texting speed.

If the person responds to you within a few minutes, they're probably pretty eager to keep up the conversation so say something back to them quickly. If the person took about a day, then you're fine leaving the text until tomorrow before you have to reply back.

Give them time to reply.

If you've waited multiple days for a reply and you still haven't heard back, it may be a sign that the person has lost interest. Put your phone down and try getting some exercise, cooking, taking a walk, or doing your favorite hobby so you aren't tempted to keep checking for a reply.

The appropriate response time also depends on what the text message is about. Time-sensitive messages need to be answered quickly while nonurgent ones can go longer without a response. However, in general, it's important to reply within 24–48 hours to avoid being rude and inconsiderate.

It refers to people who reply with one word, or don't carry the conversation and just say things like “lmao” and “wyd” until the receiver wants to tear their hair out in frustration or boredom.

A week gives the person enough time to thoughtfully respond.

It may feel like a long time waiting for them to reach out, but keep your hopes up that they'll text you back. They could realize that they miss talking with you and send a message.

In both cases, it's important to apologize for the delay outright by starting your message off with a sentence like “apologies for the late response.” But, in the first situation, you might only need to explain yourself. In the second case, you might also need to take action to satisfy an unhappy customer.

Out of 132 people who participated, 89% (118 people) voted that texting back quickly is a TURN-ON and 11% (14 people) voted TURN-OFF. One voter let me know she tapped “off” by accident so these results are slightly skewed, but still — the results are clearly in favor of texting back fast being a turn on.

What is the psychology behind not replying to texts? ›

If someone isn't responding to your texts, they might just be taking time to process your message and come up with a response. Text anxiety, ADHD, or digital burnout are also possible reasons that someone might feel too overwhelmed or anxious to reply to your text right away.

Give it a few days (or even a week).

Waiting 2–3 days or up to a week before reaching out gives him a chance to text you first once he realizes what he's missing. If you've waited more than a week and still haven't heard back from him, it might be time to move on.

Avoid making assumptions: Don't jump to conclusions or make assumptions about the intentions or feelings of the other person based on their response time. Consider that there may be valid reasons for the delay, and ask for clarification if needed to avoid misunderstandings.

“It could be busyness (feeling overwhelmed with messages) or underlying anxieties that lead someone to be a bad replier,” she explains.

When someone takes a while to reply, it could be due to various reasons. They might be dealing with a hectic schedule, facing technical difficulties, or simply needing more time to craft a thoughtful response. It's usually not a reflection of their interest or feelings towards you, so try not to overthink it!