We all have experienced being in the friend zone, feared the friend zone, or have wondered if we were ever in the friend zone. Whatever it is, one thing is for sure— being friend zoned sucks. There is nothing worse than having the person you like look at you like their little brother or little sister— talk about dreams being crushed instantly. Sadly, that is not the only red signal that proves you’re in the friend zone.

So, here are 12 signals that guarantee you are indeed friend zoned, my friend:

1. The word, "friend" gets tossed around a lot.

You're SO tired of it.

2. You get the occasional "bro greet."

Oh, you know, that light punch to your arm...yup...friend zoned.

3. He/she talks about other girls/guys around you.

Because they will always overlook you.

4. He/she is always asking you for dating advice.

Pretty sure you will have to start charging them per the hour for all that advice you give them.

5. You're very familiar with the phrase, "you're like a brother/sister to me."

Yay, because you always wanted a brother/sister too...right?!

6. He/she encourages you to date/like other people.

Too bad they don't understand you only want to date them... *sigh*

7. You're always hanging out in groups.

I mean there's a reason why its called a friend group.

8. When you compliment them and they say, "aww, thanks."

Now you wait patiently for them to compliment you back.... *still waiting*

9. You're basically considered as "one of the guys" or "one of the girls."

Well, isn't that just great!

10. You have multiple nicknames that revolve around the word "friend."

Little buddy, bud, bro, homie, sport, dude, kid...just to name a few.

11. They're very comfortable around you.

Let's hope this could have a different meaning in the end.

12. There's no (mutual) emotional or physical connections.

Filled with complete rejection.