1. 'I like you' indicates that the speaker has developed emotional attraction and fondness towards the other party, and is willing to establish a closer relationship with them.
This sentence is a direct way to express love or affection, often used between couples, friends, or relatives, indicating appreciation and love for each other's personality, appearance, behavior, and other aspects.
In different cultures and contexts, 'I like you' may have different meanings and acceptance, but it basically conveys a positive and affirmative emotional tendency.