Generally speaking, dating describes a less serious level of commitment before either person is ready to describe the other as a girlfriend or boyfriend. This is not a firm rule because the terms have no strict definition.

What is the difference between dating someone and being in a relationship?

The main difference between dating and being in a relationship is that people in a relationship are connected by a mutual commitment to each other. You and the person youre with have agreed, either officially or unofficially, that youre seeing each other exclusively and are in a partnership together.

At what point does a date become a girlfriend?

According to a relationship expert, its socially acceptable to broach the subject after two months. But some people will get to the stage earlier — it all depends how much time youre spending together, and how much of a good fit you are. If youre not sure, try introducing them to your friends and see how they react.