i thought this old thread might be a good place to continue this convo: i know this is gonna be controversial, but allow me to be blunt (with no intention of offending anyone); here's what i think true manliness means; it must include all of the following (in random order): - height (above 6'). - a lean and muscular body. - physical strength. - the ability to grow facial hair. - attractive facial features (nice eyes, strong jaw, good teeth, dark eyebrows, etc.).