Yes, tomboys can absolutely have crushes.
The idea that a person's gender expression dictates their capacity for romantic feelings is inaccurate. Romantic attraction is separate from how someone chooses to present themselves or the activities they enjoy.
According to the provided reference:
- A tomboy or girl who emulates more masculine behavior might do the same thing if she has a crush on you. This directly implies that tomboys are capable of having crushes.
In other words, being a tomboy simply refers to a girl or woman whose interests and behaviors are often considered more typical of boys. This has no bearing on their emotional capacity or who they might be attracted to. A tomboy can have a crush on anyone, regardless of gender. Their expression might change when they have a crush. If their expression changes and it makes the object of their affection uncomfortable, it is okay to discourage the behavior or tell an adult if the behavior gets out of hand.
