What kind of friend is best for a Leo? What kind of friend does an Aquarius prefer? They each have a few great matches, including each other!

Of course, Leo and Aquarius do not always have the perfect friendship. Even the best of friends have differences. That doesn’t make the friendship any less strong. The way these two signs play off one another makes them loyal friends who bring out the best in one another.

What kind of friend is best for Leo? What kind of friend does Aquarius prefer? They each have a few great matches, including each other!

Of course, Aquarius and Leo do not always have the perfect friendship. Even the best of friends have differences. That doesn’t make the friendship any less strong. The way these two signs play off one another makes them loyal friends who bring out the best in one another.

Understanding friendship compatibility can be difficult. Leo Man Secrets and Aquarius Man Secrets are both great guides that can also help. It outlines everything you need to know about friendship between zodiac signs.

Do Leos and Aquarius get along?

Leo and Aquarius are opposite one another on the wheel of the zodiac. This means that they can be extremely different from one another. Opposites attract, though! I find that these differences make their friendship more interesting. They can make things difficult sometimes, of course. Here are some of their differences that can cause problems in the friendship:

• Leo is action-oriented, while Aquarius likes to think big. Leo can get frustrated when Aquarius doesn’t act on their ideas.
• Leo craves attention and values the opinion of others. Aquarius is the “lone wolf” type. Aquarius doesn’t always understand Leo’s need for the approval of others.
• Aquarius sees the big picture in any situation. Leo can get caught up in the moment. 
•  (Aquarius woman + Leo woman) have similar values and interests. 

Despite their differences, Leo and Aquarius make excellent friends. They can figure out how to balance each other out. They also have some similarities that help them get along. 

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Some reasons Aquarius and Leo can be the best of friends:

• Fire (Leo) and Air (Aquarius) signs usually get along well.
• Leo is interested in Aquarius’ intelligence.
• Aquarius encourages Leo’s dreams.
• Leo and Aquarius can lead together.
• Aquarius doesn’t get jealous of Leo’s successes. 
• Aquarius always tells Leo the truth. Leo appreciates this.
• Their individual talents allow them to accomplish things together.
• Both Leo and Aquarius desire loyalty from their friends.

Leo and Aquarius also have some similarities that can be good or bad for their friendship.

• Both value openness from other people. When they are both open with one another, they grow closer. Aquarius can seem detached and doesn’t always show their true self. Leo’s quest for attention can make them come across as inauthentic at times.
• Both are independent and love their freedom. They need to learn how to be independent while still maintaining their friendship.
• Both are prideful! The ways they express their pride is different. Aquarius is proud of their rationality and intelligence. Leo just has a lot of pride in general.

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What Zodiac is a Leo’s best friend?

Leo has a big personality. Any friend of Leo’s needs to understand that. There are a few signs in particular Leo gets along well with:

• Aries
• Sagittarius
• Other Leos
• Libra
• Gemini
• Aquarius

Leo has a different kind of connection with all those signs. Gemini and Leo have a fun-loving friendship. Aries and Leo have a competitive, active friendship. Sagittarius and Leo go on adventures together. Libra and Leo both have a warm, loving energy. I think Leo also enjoys the company of other Leos because nobody understands them in the same way.

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Leo values the following traits in a friend:

• Loyalty
• Honesty
• Confidence
• Not Jealous
• Funny

Leo tends to have many friends. They are social butterflies. Leo loves being around people. Leo doesn’t always have that many close friends, though. Leo will invite someone to a party right after meeting them. Getting them to be vulnerable and open takes longer.

Leo is a loyal, generous friend. They are devoted to the people they love. A Leo needs friends who appreciate them in return and don’t take advantage of their giving nature. I suggest following a few tips to develop a close relationship with Leo:

• Compliment them often. Leo has a big ego but it deflates easy. They need friends who help lift them up and who show appreciation for them.
• Don’t take advantage of them. Leo is generous with the people around them. They don’t expect anything in return, either. People who never ask for more than Leo can give will be better friends for Leo.
• Let Leo be in the spotlight. Leo thrives when they are getting a lot of attention. They need friends who understand when to let Leo be the focus.
• Don’t be jealous of Leo’s other relationships. Leo has a lot of love to give. They can’t give one friend attention 24/7 but that doesn’t mean they care any less.

Who are Aquarius best friends with?

Aquarius cares about humanity as a whole. They are a social sign but they sometimes have trouble showing individual people they care. The following signs naturally make great friends for Aquarius:

• Gemini
• Libra
• Other Aquarius
• Aries
• Sagittarius
• Leo

In general, both fire signs and fellow air signs have great friendships with Aquarius. When two Aquarius are friends, they bond through charity work and discussions about social issues. Aquarius likes Gemini’s curious nature and Gemini loves listening to their ideas. Libra and Aquarius are both social and rational. Aquarius and Aries love trying new things together. Sagittarius and Aquarius each have a love for “higher thinking”. 

Aquarius value the following traits in a friend:

• Cares about the world
• Loyalty
• Intelligence
• Independence
• Creativity 

Aquarius is a good friend to go to for honest advice. They are always willing to listen to their friends and try to help them with their problems.

I suggest doing the following to have a better friendship with an Aquarius:

• Keep plans with them. Aquarius doesn’t appreciate it when friends cancel plans last minute. They might stop making plans with a friend who doesn’t respect their time.
• Don’t be too serious. Aquarius likes friends who know how to have fun. 
• Encourage them. Aquarius is used to encouraging other people when they get discouraged. They’ll love it if they have a friend who will do that for them.
• Give them time to develop trust. Aquarius takes a long time to open up emotionally. Be patient. Take the time to get to really know them.

Overall, the Leo and Aquarius friendship is a great one. When they overcome their differences, they can develop a strong bond. Leo can help Aquarius put their ideas into action. Aquarius can show Leo how to get their validation from themselves instead of other people.

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