Does it make sense to have bestfriend of an opposite sex?

[Munah]

Is it possible to have a best friend, popularly known as a 'bestie,' of the opposite sex and have nothing going on between them? Because I've always seen people talk about it a lot, and at the end of the day, the real partner might not like it and problems will likely happen

[bitterguy28]

Is it possible to have a best friend, popularly known as a 'bestie,' of the opposite sex and have nothing going on between them? Because I've always seen people talk about it a lot, and at the end of the day, the real partner might not like it and problems will likely happen

as long as you know your boundaries then i see no problems people regardless of gender should be able to build meaningful connections and strong friendships with one another and if you have a partner already then just stay loyal and you will not meet any problems along the way

[LogitechMouse]

Is it possible to have a best friend, popularly known as a 'bestie,' of the opposite sex and have nothing going on between them? Because I've always seen people talk about it a lot, and at the end of the day, the real partner might not like it and problems will likely happen

We are living in a world where people are what I consider as "judgmental", and if you can tolerate them then you can have a bestfriend of opposite sex. I guess you can have if you aren't in a relationship, but if you are, then there isn't no sense anymore to have one.

Well, that's only coming from a person that's considered an introvert and doesn't have any girl friends at all.

[bisdak40]

For me, it's really possible to have a best friend of the opposite sex and still have nothing going on between them. I think it depends on respect and knowing your limits. Just because two people are close doesn't mean they like each other in a romantic way. But I understand why people always talk about it. Sometimes, your real partner may feel uncomfortable or jealous if they don't fully understand the friendship. That's why it's important to be open, honest, and not hide anything. If your partner feels safe and knows everything, there should be no problem. Most problems happen when there are secrets or things that make others confused.

[Z-tight]

If you are single and not into any relationship, then it is fine. However, if you are married or into any serious relationship, it is only a matter of time before your partner gets really jealous and might leave you because of that, it is also not a good position to put your partner.

[DYING_S0UL]

There are some things to consider here! Firstly, your partner should be your first priority here. If s/he doesn't like your best friend, then there is no sense in forwarding this discussion. You know what I mean! Because at the end of the day, you and your partner belong together, not your besties or whatever! The second most important thing is boundaries. Be within the limit. If your partner allows you to have your best friend, then you should at least have the decency to respect her/his decision. You shouldn't do anything that might be too much in everyone's eyes (not right)!

[milewilda]

Is it possible to have a best friend, popularly known as a 'bestie,' of the opposite sex and have nothing going on between them? Because I've always seen people talk about it a lot, and at the end of the day, the real partner might not like it and problems will likely happen

as long as you know your boundaries then i see no problems people regardless of gender should be able to build meaningful connections and strong friendships with one another and if you have a partner already then just stay loyal and you will not meet any problems along the way

I do say the same things on which as long you do know your limits or boundaries and wont be doing something that stupid that make your gf/bf be that offended then it would be just that fine.
The issue usually on this one is on the time that they do go beyond  their limits like having that too much touchy situations on which it is already that out and we do have tons of situations that besfriends are the ones who do destroy most relationships and thats a fact and this is something that really happens in between bestfriends and their boy friends on which there are those lines being crossed and there are tons of friendships being that become separated because of this stuff. So it will be  that up to you on how to handle things and everything should be in limits.

[Amug123]

Having a best friend of the opposite sex without romantic involvement requires, communication and trust effort.  If you prioritize your relationship and maintain healthy boundaries, it's possible to have a strong, platonic friendship without issues

[JoyMarsha]

Is it possible to have a best friend, popularly known as a 'bestie,' of the opposite sex and have nothing going on between them? Because I've always seen people talk about it a lot, and at the end of the day, the real partner might not like it and problems will likely happen

Because of how corrupt the mind is, not everyone who is in a relationship would want the one they love to have a bestie of the opposite gender because of what they have had about the bestie ends up doing when the emotions keep piling up due to the closeness.

Not every male or female friend can easily trust the one they love being too close to someone else who's not blood-related to them. That's an understandable facts

[Z-tight]

Having a best friend of the opposite sex without romantic involvement requires, communication and trust effort.  If you prioritize your relationship and maintain healthy boundaries, it's possible to have a strong, platonic friendship without issues

It may be possible, but it is all about how your partner feels. If you are single, then there is nothing wrong in having a best friend of the opposite sex. However, imagine you are in a relationship or married, your partner will surely be uncomfortable about that relationship, and i don't think it is right to put your partner in such a position.

[bhadz]

Is it possible to have a best friend, popularly known as a 'bestie,' of the opposite sex and have nothing going on between them? Because I've always seen people talk about it a lot, and at the end of the day, the real partner might not like it and problems will likely happen

It is possible as long as you have a deeper connection and both of you will explain it to your future partners that you get along at most times. But in the culture that we are having right now, this is being discouraged but to an open society, this is a normal thing. In our country, this is discouraged because we all know the intention of most males if they befriend and make a girl bestfriend.

[JISAN]

Is it possible to have a best friend, popularly known as a 'bestie,' of the opposite sex and have nothing going on between them? Because I've always seen people talk about it a lot, and at the end of the day, the real partner might not like it and problems will likely happen

People of the opposite sex can never be just friends. When someone claims that they spend a lot of time with someone of the opposite sex and they are very good friends. Then most of it is a sexual relationship, they are only with each other for physical relations. Although this is not a big problem in many countries if both are willing. However, in terms of religion, people of Islam and Muslim countries will never tolerate this. Considering all aspects, the opposite sex can never be just good friends.

[Rruchi man]

Is it possible to have a best friend, popularly known as a 'bestie,' of the opposite sex and have nothing going on between them?

Two mature individuals of the opposite sex who understand their boundaries and understand the relationship they have can be friends without having any sexual intimacy. It is only when two individuals, wherein one is immature or they are both immature and do not have sexual control over their desires, use the word best friends to have sex between themselves.

[MUGNIA]

Friendship does not look at gender, when you are compatible and on the same page, usually you complement each other to help each other if a problem occurs, then there is never a problem with how our friendship will form, but it is important to remember that there are boundaries that must be applied within ourselves so as not to disappoint each other in the future, maintain feelings if our friends are of the opposite sex and maintain attitudes towards treatment

[Cryptsafe]

There is nothing wrong with having a bestie as a friend or the opposite sex when single, it could be accepted if it is the same sex, but not opposite because it would create doubt and suspicion in relationships with couples not trusting their partners' besties when it happens to be the opposite sex, but if the same sex, most couples have no issues with it and are okay for their spouse to keep their besties of same sex not opposite sex.

Naturally, humans are jealous beings, and not to mention when it has to do with relationship matters, it would be too obvious to allow such to happen with their partners having the opposite sex as a bestie. Most people are not comfortable with such and would not allow their partners to continue with it, but it depends on both's agreement and understanding.