Funny ice breakers are one of the surest conversation starters, and this applies especially to dating apps. With thousands of Tinder matches made daily, you want to stand out from the crowd of dull conversation starters that mostly lead nowhere; the hi’s and hello’s.
Roast Founder, Dating and AI Expert
Published September 29, 2022 -Updated March 4, 2024
Funny ice breakers are one of the surest conversation starters, and this applies especially to dating apps. With thousands of Tinder matches made daily, you want to stand out from the crowd of dull conversation starters that mostly lead nowhere; the hi’s and hello’s.
Here’s the thing; your opening line is a big deal. Okay, maybe not that much of a big deal, but getting off on the wrong foot may derail the course of what could have been, while a finely written opener can take you both from a tinder conversation to a Friday night date. How does that sound?
An amazing opening line can be sure to attract the other person’s attention. The best tinder opening lines make for great conversation starters. You don't have to rack your head for a good psychology pickup line. There's an almost infallible hack to getting responses; being funny.
That’s right; funny is attractive. A joke can actually help boost romantic connection. So stop with the 'Hello's and 'WYD's. That's taking you nowhere.
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This might be one of the most obvious ways of getting good attention to yourself. After all, getting the other person to smile is a great way to start. Funny tinder openers are a great way to break the ice, but don’t fret about making a great joke. Cheesy pickup lines also work. But hey, don't strive to make bad jokes. It's not a cheesy pickup line competition.
6 examples of hilarious opening lines will be:
How much does a polar bear weigh? Enough to break the ice
Do you have a Band-Aid? I just scraped my knee falling for you.
Just a warning for you this Christmas. If a fat man in a red suit comes to pick you up, know it’s because you are on my wish list.
Are you a parking ticket? Cause you've got fine written all over you.
I thought it was just another boring Monday; then I saw your picture.
I may sound busy, but you're on my to-do list.
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Not only can puns crack a smile, but you will also come off as clever. Start with a pun, and who knows? They might join in on the fun too. Try making puns that relate to the other person. But puns don't always have to be personalized.
Are you French? Because Eiffel for you.
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Everybody has a funny, crazy event that has happened to them. Sharing a funny memory can be an exciting way of getting things started. Surely, the other party has something pretty crazy to add. This way, you not only get guaranteed laughs, but you also get to know the other person better. You can kick this off by asking questions skewed in that direction.
What’s the funniest thing that has ever happened to you?
What’s the craziest thing that happened to you in middle school? I’ll go first.
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It may have been a sore topic in the past, but the pandemic is a common memory everyone shares now. We all remember the initial events that played out, the overreaction and hysteria. People wore plastic bottles and bags over their heads. Being stuck in the house for months would be sure to have created funny memories. Ask questions in this direction.
What is the funniest thing you’ve experienced during a zoom call?
What was the craziest purchase you made during the pandemic?
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A fun game won’t hurt your chances. Instead, it is an excellent way of starting conversations and getting to know the other person. You want to start light on the hypothetical situations. Openers here can be:
Would you rather own a cat or a dog? (Of course, the only correct answer is a dog)
Would you rather find true love or win the lottery next year? (I should warn you, it can get tricky here, but it makes for good fun)
Would you rather; be in bed on a rainy Sunday morning or go partying on a Friday summer night?
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Knowing what irks them out is an important means of learning about your match. You don’t have to wait to go on a date and watch them squirm to a rat in the corner. A good tinder opener can ask them! As usual, starting light is crucial as too much negativity is actually a very common pet peeve. You can disclose common light pet peeves like;
Hating slow drivers in front of you
People who cut in lines
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One of the best tinder openers for guys to use is Truth or Dare. This game is a fun way to spark curiosity in the other party. When played well, it is a great Tinder opener to set the mood going.
You can directly even ask for her number like this:
Him: Truth or dare?
Her: Truth / Dare (does not matter)
Him: What’s your phone number?
Her: 😂
Her: +1 ….
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No one says you can’t direct. The other party might appreciate this as they probably have to go through tens of other hit-or-miss openers. It is important here that you don’t ask any overly direct questions that would freak them out. You want to start light and not jump directly into 10th date questions. Being direct can be make for some of the best conversation starters in their own way if it is done correctly.
Do I really have to tell a joke? Can’t we just go out already?
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While these are some great examples of the first messages you can send on Tinder, it’s not just enough that you use funny opening lines; a great Tinder profile also goes a long way and will increase your chances of subsequent tinder matches. It is, after all, one of the first things a possible match sees, and you should strive to make an excellent first impression. For starters, a great photo of yourself goes a long way. For your bio, go for a simple fact about you that is likely to start a conversation. You want to seem interesting.
After all is said and done, don’t fret much about creating a funny line. You are not applying for a bank loan. Just try and be as original as you can.
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