Fun questions to start conversations

50 Funny Questions to Start a Conversation

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Posted by Celine Ives

Believe it or not, you can learn a lot about someone after asking one simple question. Questions are a gateway to further conversation — one question often leads to another as the conversation builds and develops. Instead of taking the normal route of asking about someone’s job, hometown or college, try to kickstart your conversation with one of these funny questions! Fun questions can keep the mood light, relaxed and help the conversation to easily carry on.

Improvise with Imagination

Let your mind roam and ask some outrageous questions that let you get a look at the thoughts living in someone else’s mind. Whether you are wondering about a fictional superpower or a hypothetical situation, the possibilities are endless!

What superpower do you wish you always had? Let’s be honest, we’ve all had some sort of childhood fantasy that we dreamed about coming true. Will they choose a classic power like invisibility or super strength, or a superhero power like Thor or Wonder Woman?
What secret conspiracy theory do you think might be true? Allow creativity and jokes to take hold and see what someone’s mind can conjure up. Maybe Bigfoot or aliens are real – see what funny answers are given.
If you were immortal for a day, what would you do? Learn what someone would choose to do if the limitations of death did not apply. Skydiving and venturing to the bottom of the ocean are both great options.
If you had to be a Disney character, who would you choose? It’s fun to learn how a person sees themselves in the world of Disney. Will they be a prince or princess, villain or classic Disney character?
If you got three wishes from a genie, what would they be? Winning the lottery, ending world hunger, and endless wishes? Find out what someone will do when they have infinite possibilities at their fingertips!
How long would you last in a Zombie apocalypse? This is a great question to get a read on someone’s survival instincts. If they think they can survive, you may want to stick close to them if you ever start seeing dead people come back to life.
If you could talk in your sleep, what would you say? You will most likely reveal what people really say in their sleep or hear what they dream about. Either way, it’s valuable information.
If you had an intro song that played every time you walked into a room, what would it be? With this question, you’ll get a read on what type of music best describes their personality or what song gets them pumped up. Who will be the hip hop to your rock n’ roll?
If you could travel back in time to any point in history, what would it be? Do they want to see the Declaration of Independence signed in 1776? Or dance all night at a disco in the 1970’s?
If you had to change your name, what would your new name be? Find out an individual’s alter ego from the name they would choose. A person can also opt to keep their name the same, showing a sign of self-acceptance and appreciation.

Fancy the Future

Understand how someone envisions their future through the filter of silly questions. Keep in mind, while these questions may be humorous, a person’s answers can uncover what they are truly looking for in the upcoming years.

What reality show would you appear on? Get a glimpse at which reality show best defines their personality. Does their future hold a lot of baking, or the chance to gossip with the neighbors?
If a movie was made of your life, what genre would it be and who would play you? This question will help you understand how a person interprets their own life, but as they describe it through a movie genre and actor.
If money did not exist and you could have any job in the world, what would you do? Realistically, the concept of money will always be around, but you can uncover a great deal about what someone is truly passionate about.
Would you like a world with magic in it? We highly encourage everyone to consider a world like Harry Potter (minus He Who Shall Not Be Named and Death Eaters, of course).
If you could live on Mars, what would you do? Discover what someone would do in a situation that is quite literally out-of-this-world. The future may hold this opportunity sooner, rather than later!
What would you do with your “15 minutes” of fame? There are so many possible ways to capitalize on a moment to shine when you have the attention of the world. Find out if the person would seek fame and what they would do, or if they would shun the limelight entirely.
If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would you go? A romantic getaway to Paris, an exciting trip to Las Vegas, or a relaxing vacation to Cancun can be indicators of various personality traits and help you learn what means most to them.
What celebrity do you wish you would run into walking around town? Learn who someone idolizes and wishes they could meet outside of their television. Go further and ask them what their first question would be for the celebrity and whether they would ask for a selfie.
What business pitch would you make if you were on Shark Tank? There have been some crazy ideas presented on this TV show, so no pitch is out-of-bounds. Robot Drive Suits and Wired Waffles are a few of our favorites that didn’t quite bait the sharks.
If you could pass one talent on to your children, what would it be? Find out if a person has a secret talent that may be in store for future generations.

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Food for Thought

Connect with someone over a topic that everyone loves to discuss. Bonding over food is an easy way to become acquainted with someone and figure out your next dining spot.

What food represents your personality? This question can reveal a great deal about how someone views themselves. Are they spicy, sweet or salty? Comfort food or healthy cuisine?
What is your favorite restaurant? This question tells you a lot about a person’s food preferences. It’s also a fun way to learn about some good eating spots in your area.
What is the strangest thing you’ve ever eaten? Discover if someone is a risk-taker when it comes to food. Accidental or unaware consumption also counts and can lead to a great story.
What is the best meal you’ve ever eaten? This question may bring up stories about travel or memories of gathering around the table with family. Suggest a top three list if the person can’t decide on a clear favorite meal.
What food do you avoid at all costs? Whether someone has a personal vendetta against a food item or has severe allergies, you’ll learn what dish or snack to stay away from the next time you see them.
If you could be any flavor of ice cream, what would you be? It may be surprising, but a cookie dough person can be very different from a strawberry person. Discussing this topic will be even sweeter over ice cream.
If you were competing on a cooking show, what would you make? Find out the meal or dish they would show off to the world, whether it’s a five-course gourmet feast or a favorite family recipe.
How do you feel about pineapple on pizza? Disclaimer: the debate over pineapple on pizza can divide even the closest of friends.
Do you prefer a center or corner piece of a brownie? Interpret if someone is warm and gooey on the outside, or if they have a tough exterior but sweet interior. We’d recommend discussing this over a treat to curb your sweet tooth.
What’s the weirdest food combination you’ve ever tried? Everyone’s tastebud wirings are different, so this is the perfect chance to see what might make them unique.

Plan a neighborhood potluck with an online sign up. View an Example

Spill Your Secrets

It’s safe to say that everyone has awkward life experiences, so you might as well relive your cringey moments by laughing about them with others.

What’s the most awkward thing that ever happened to you? Have you ever tripped in public or waved back to someone you thought was waving to you, but they were waving at the person behind you? It’s likely the other person can relate, so you can bond over those embarrassing moments.
What famous people do you obsess over on social media? We all do it, so we might as well admit it. Revealing a social media crush can shed light on their lifestyle aspirations, fashion sense, and many other traits.
What is one thing you own that you wish you didn’t? Ask away to find out something that they wish would disappear. Is it old workout equipment in the basement? A car they can’t wait to replace?
What did you last Google? Prepare yourself for some strange and mundane answers.
Did you ever have an imaginary friend? Get to know the ideal friend the person created to perfectly complement them.
What is your guilty pleasure? Invite the other person to let you in on something they may not share with everyone. You may find that you are not as different as you thought!
What’s one thing you’ve never told your best friend – but will tell me? People may find it easier to disclose a secret to someone they barely know than those who know them the best.
What was the best reason you faked being sick? Find out what someone would risk getting in trouble for by making up a fake illness. Skipping a test? A Ferris Bueller-inspired day of fun?
What shows are you binge-watching? Many of us love to spend some of our free time getting hooked on a new TV show. Make sure you have your own list of favorite shows ready to discuss!

What song do you know word-for-word? This could be a childhood tune or a song that plays on the radio today. Either way, be prepared to ask them to prove it. How else can you confirm they know all the words?

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Would You Rather?

This topic of questions truly speaks for itself and tends to give people two choices that will both land them in uncomfortable, hypothetical situations. This can be the best way to really see how someone’s mind works.

Would you rather speak in rhyme or riddles for the rest of your life? We’ll chime in with our line; our rhymes would be divine, but the needed time leaves us disinclined. Riddles it is!
Would you rather live in the 1800s or the 3000s? Learn if someone would rather time travel to the past or get a glimpse at the future.
Would you rather wear only uncomfortable shoes whenever you go outside or comfortable shoes 24-hours a day? Yes, the latter does include when you sleep. Sometimes it’s difficult to put the shoe on the other foot and consider what you would do.
Would you rather explore the depths of the ocean or outer space? It’s their choice to explore uncharted territory. Choose between uncovering the mysterious creatures that lie in the depths of the ocean or venturing into space to explore what might live beyond the earth.
Would you rather be able to speed read and or run at an incredible pace? Ask them to imagine the knowledge they would gain in a short amount of time by speed reading. Or save time by moving at super speed!
Would you rather never be able to wear pants or never be able to wear shorts? Listen to their response to a fundamental question, disguised as a funny question, of whether the person prefers warmer or colder weather.
Who would you rather be able to read your thoughts, your boss or your parents? We’re uncomfortable either way, so the value is in the reasoning.
Would you rather have five half-sized clones of yourself or one full-sized clone of yourself? This question is especially relevant if you want to catch someone off-guard and give them a good chuckle.
Would you rather live without the internet or live without air conditioning and heating? Ask this question to determine if someone prefers to stay plugged into technology or deal with the temperature Mother Nature sets.
Would you rather be trapped in a romantic comedy with your enemies or trapped in a horror movie with your friends? Regardless of your company, it’s fun to picture running around in a Hollywood scene.

Whether you’re on a date or meeting a new friend, use one of these ideas to break the ice and let the laughs guide the natural ebb and flow of the conversation. It’s always great when you can end the day with a memorable conversation and a few more funny stories to tell!

Celine Ives is a native Charlottean who enjoys cuddling with her dog, cheering on her Carolina Tar Heels and reading a good book at the park.

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Improvise with Imagination

What superpower do you wish you always had? Let’s be honest, we’ve all had some sort of childhood fantasy that we dreamed about coming true. Will they choose a classic power like invisibility or super strength, or a superhero power like Thor or Wonder Woman?
What secret conspiracy theory do you think might be true? Allow creativity and jokes to take hold and see what someone’s mind can conjure up. Maybe Bigfoot or aliens are real – see what funny answers are given.
If you were immortal for a day, what would you do? Learn what someone would choose to do if the limitations of death did not apply. Skydiving and venturing to the bottom of the ocean are both great options.
If you had to be a Disney character, who would you choose? It’s fun to learn how a person sees themselves in the world of Disney. Will they be a prince or princess, villain or classic Disney character?
If you got three wishes from a genie, what would they be? Winning the lottery, ending world hunger, and endless wishes? Find out what someone will do when they have infinite possibilities at their fingertips!
How long would you last in a Zombie apocalypse? This is a great question to get a read on someone’s survival instincts. If they think they can survive, you may want to stick close to them if you ever start seeing dead people come back to life.
If you could talk in your sleep, what would you say? You will most likely reveal what people really say in their sleep or hear what they dream about. Either way, it’s valuable information.
If you had an intro song that played every time you walked into a room, what would it be? With this question, you’ll get a read on what type of music best describes their personality or what song gets them pumped up. Who will be the hip hop to your rock n’ roll?
If you could travel back in time to any point in history, what would it be? Do they want to see the Declaration of Independence signed in 1776? Or dance all night at a disco in the 1970’s?
If you had to change your name, what would your new name be? Find out an individual’s alter ego from the name they would choose. A person can also opt to keep their name the same, showing a sign of self-acceptance and appreciation.

Fancy the Future

What reality show would you appear on? Get a glimpse at which reality show best defines their personality. Does their future hold a lot of baking, or the chance to gossip with the neighbors?
If a movie was made of your life, what genre would it be and who would play you? This question will help you understand how a person interprets their own life, but as they describe it through a movie genre and actor.
If money did not exist and you could have any job in the world, what would you do? Realistically, the concept of money will always be around, but you can uncover a great deal about what someone is truly passionate about.
Would you like a world with magic in it? We highly encourage everyone to consider a world like Harry Potter (minus He Who Shall Not Be Named and Death Eaters, of course).
If you could live on Mars, what would you do? Discover what someone would do in a situation that is quite literally out-of-this-world. The future may hold this opportunity sooner, rather than later!
What would you do with your “15 minutes” of fame? There are so many possible ways to capitalize on a moment to shine when you have the attention of the world. Find out if the person would seek fame and what they would do, or if they would shun the limelight entirely.
If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would you go? A romantic getaway to Paris, an exciting trip to Las Vegas, or a relaxing vacation to Cancun can be indicators of various personality traits and help you learn what means most to them.
What celebrity do you wish you would run into walking around town? Learn who someone idolizes and wishes they could meet outside of their television. Go further and ask them what their first question would be for the celebrity and whether they would ask for a selfie.
What business pitch would you make if you were on Shark Tank? There have been some crazy ideas presented on this TV show, so no pitch is out-of-bounds. Robot Drive Suits and Wired Waffles are a few of our favorites that didn’t quite bait the sharks.
If you could pass one talent on to your children, what would it be? Find out if a person has a secret talent that may be in store for future generations.

Invite your team to the company holiday party with an online sign up. View an Example

Food for Thought

Connect with someone over a topic that everyone loves to discuss. Bonding over food is an easy way to become acquainted with someone and figure out your next dining spot.

What food represents your personality? This question can reveal a great deal about how someone views themselves. Are they spicy, sweet or salty? Comfort food or healthy cuisine?
What is your favorite restaurant? This question tells you a lot about a person’s food preferences. It’s also a fun way to learn about some good eating spots in your area.
What is the strangest thing you’ve ever eaten? Discover if someone is a risk-taker when it comes to food. Accidental or unaware consumption also counts and can lead to a great story.
What is the best meal you’ve ever eaten? This question may bring up stories about travel or memories of gathering around the table with family. Suggest a top three list if the person can’t decide on a clear favorite meal.
What food do you avoid at all costs? Whether someone has a personal vendetta against a food item or has severe allergies, you’ll learn what dish or snack to stay away from the next time you see them.
If you could be any flavor of ice cream, what would you be? It may be surprising, but a cookie dough person can be very different from a strawberry person. Discussing this topic will be even sweeter over ice cream.
If you were competing on a cooking show, what would you make? Find out the meal or dish they would show off to the world, whether it’s a five-course gourmet feast or a favorite family recipe.
How do you feel about pineapple on pizza? Disclaimer: the debate over pineapple on pizza can divide even the closest of friends.
Do you prefer a center or corner piece of a brownie? Interpret if someone is warm and gooey on the outside, or if they have a tough exterior but sweet interior. We’d recommend discussing this over a treat to curb your sweet tooth.
What’s the weirdest food combination you’ve ever tried? Everyone’s tastebud wirings are different, so this is the perfect chance to see what might make them unique.

Plan a neighborhood potluck with an online sign up. View an Example

Spill Your Secrets

It’s safe to say that everyone has awkward life experiences, so you might as well relive your cringey moments by laughing about them with others.

What’s the most awkward thing that ever happened to you? Have you ever tripped in public or waved back to someone you thought was waving to you, but they were waving at the person behind you? It’s likely the other person can relate, so you can bond over those embarrassing moments.
What famous people do you obsess over on social media? We all do it, so we might as well admit it. Revealing a social media crush can shed light on their lifestyle aspirations, fashion sense, and many other traits.
What is one thing you own that you wish you didn’t? Ask away to find out something that they wish would disappear. Is it old workout equipment in the basement? A car they can’t wait to replace?
What did you last Google? Prepare yourself for some strange and mundane answers.
Did you ever have an imaginary friend? Get to know the ideal friend the person created to perfectly complement them.
What is your guilty pleasure? Invite the other person to let you in on something they may not share with everyone. You may find that you are not as different as you thought!
What’s one thing you’ve never told your best friend – but will tell me? People may find it easier to disclose a secret to someone they barely know than those who know them the best.
What was the best reason you faked being sick? Find out what someone would risk getting in trouble for by making up a fake illness. Skipping a test? A Ferris Bueller-inspired day of fun?
What shows are you binge-watching? Many of us love to spend some of our free time getting hooked on a new TV show. Make sure you have your own list of favorite shows ready to discuss!
What song do you know word-for-word? This could be a childhood tune or a song that plays on the radio today. Either way, be prepared to ask them to prove it. How else can you confirm they know all the words?

Organize a college community service day with an online sign up. View an Example

Would You Rather?

Would you rather speak in rhyme or riddles for the rest of your life? We’ll chime in with our line; our rhymes would be divine, but the needed time leaves us disinclined. Riddles it is!
Would you rather live in the 1800s or the 3000s? Learn if someone would rather time travel to the past or get a glimpse at the future.
Would you rather wear only uncomfortable shoes whenever you go outside or comfortable shoes 24-hours a day? Yes, the latter does include when you sleep. Sometimes it’s difficult to put the shoe on the other foot and consider what you would do.
Would you rather explore the depths of the ocean or outer space? It’s their choice to explore uncharted territory. Choose between uncovering the mysterious creatures that lie in the depths of the ocean or venturing into space to explore what might live beyond the earth.
Would you rather be able to speed read and or run at an incredible pace? Ask them to imagine the knowledge they would gain in a short amount of time by speed reading. Or save time by moving at super speed!
Would you rather never be able to wear pants or never be able to wear shorts? Listen to their response to a fundamental question, disguised as a funny question, of whether the person prefers warmer or colder weather.
Who would you rather be able to read your thoughts, your boss or your parents? We’re uncomfortable either way, so the value is in the reasoning.
Would you rather have five half-sized clones of yourself or one full-sized clone of yourself? This question is especially relevant if you want to catch someone off-guard and give them a good chuckle.
Would you rather live without the internet or live without air conditioning and heating? Ask this question to determine if someone prefers to stay plugged into technology or deal with the temperature Mother Nature sets.
Would you rather be trapped in a romantic comedy with your enemies or trapped in a horror movie with your friends? Regardless of your company, it’s fun to picture running around in a Hollywood scene.

Celine Ives is a native Charlottean who enjoys cuddling with her dog, cheering on her Carolina Tar Heels and reading a good book at the park.

225 Conversation Starters for Any Situation

What is your favorite way to start up a conversation?

Dinner parties and gatherings can be a little awkward, especially if you don’t know everyone in the room. These conversation starters are a great way to break the ice! And with all the holiday get togethers coming up, they’re sure to come in handy at the next party or event you attend. If you want to make sure to keep the conversation flowing at your get together, you can also create a conversation jar!

How to Create a Conversation Jar

A conversation jar can help you get beyond small talk and start a fun, unusual conversation! It assures that you have a few conversation starters in your back pocket. To create a conversation jar:

Download and print the conversation starters below.
Cut them out.
Place in jar or cup.
Get talking!

Funny Conversation Starters

These conversations starters are good for people young and old! They are sure to spark some creative answers, get the group laughing and bring back some hilarious memories.

If you were in a circus, which character would you be?
What is the worst advice you have given?
What is one thing you should never say at a wedding?
What is the worst pickup line you have ever heard?
If you could only store one type of food in your pocket, what would you carry?
What is the worst present you have ever received and why?
If you were a farm animal, which would you be and why?
What is the worst first date you have ever been on?
Have you ever stalked someone on social media?
What is the best part about taking a selfie?
What is your favorite celebrity scandal?
If you could do anything illegal without getting caught, what would you do?
What is the weirdest food combination you’ve ever tried?
Did you have an imaginary friend? What was his/her name?
Have you ever had a dream where everyone was in their underwear?
Who’s your favorite comedian?
Have you ever been on a blind date?

Conversation Starters For Kids

As we all know, kids have big imaginations. Why not encourage them with these kid-friendly conversation starters? They’re sure to respond with unique (and surprisingly insightful) answers.

If you could make up a school subject, what would it be?
What is your very favorite letter of the alphabet? Why?
If someone gave you 20 dollars, what would you buy with it?
If you had a chance to eat dessert for breakfast every day, what dessert would you choose?
What is the first thing you think about when you wake up in the morning?
Which animal at the zoo do you like best?
If your friend is sad, what do you do to make them feel better?
If you had the opportunity to invent a new ice cream flavor, what would it be?
What is the silliest thing someone has ever said to you?
What’s your idea of a perfect playground?
What’s your favorite word?
Would you switch roles with your parent if you had the chance?
When was the last time you used the words “thank you”?
If you had a robot for the entire day, what would you ask it to do?
Do you prefer cold weather or hot weather?
If you never had to eat one vegetable, which would it be?
What was the last thing that made you smile?
What is your favorite part about school? Your least favorite?
How do you make friends?
Who makes you laugh the most?

Conversation Starters for Teens

Sometimes teens can be difficult to talk to. If you have trouble relating to a teen in your life, try one of these conversation starters to get them talking about what excites them most.

What do you most like about yourself?
What hurts your feelings?
If you could be famous, would you want to? Why?
Who is a celebrity you admire?
What made you laugh at school today?
Did anything make you upset today?
If you could have more friends, would you?
What do you like most about your friends?
Is there anyone at school you’d like to know better?
Have you ever lost a friend? Why?
Where do you want to be ten years from now?
If you had $100, what would you spend it on?
Is there something you’d want to do as a family?
If you were to choose one way to be disciplined, what would it be?
What do you think are the best traits for a person to have?
Would you ever get a tattoo? What would it be?
What do you think is a good age to start dating?
Why do you think popular kids are popular?
If you could go anywhere in the world, where would you choose and why?
What is something you wish you could do everyday?

Deep Conversation Starters

Tired of talking about the weather, latest sports game, or what you’re up to at work? Get real with these deep conversation starters. Just make sure you’re ready for a serious conversation.

What are the top three things on your bucket list?
How do you think you will die?
What has been the lowest point of your life?
If you could ask for a miracle, what would it be?
Where do you see yourself in five years?
What is the biggest risk you’ve ever taken?
What would your ideal life look like?
If someone gave you an envelope with your death date inside of it, would you open it?
When have you been the most happy?
Do you know anyone who is living their life to the fullest?
What is your idea of the perfect day?
Who has been the most influential person in your life and why?
What book had a big influence on you?
Do you think your priorities have changed since you were younger?
What is the most memorable lesson you learned from your parents?
What does success mean to you?
What is the most difficult thing you’ve ever done?
What scares you most about your future?
What keeps you up at night?

Conversation Starters For Couples

You may feel like you know everything about your significant other, but it’s easy to get in a routine and have similar conversations every day. Spice it up with these meaningful questions.

What do you think people need to know about each other before they get married?
What makes you very sentimental?
What do I do that makes you smile?
What is the best or worst trait you inherited from your parents?
What is your funniest memory of our dates?
Who was your first crush and why?
What three things do you want to be remembered for?
Is there a dream you’ve always had?
What is something you’ve always wanted to do, but are scared to?
What gives you butterflies?
What do you consider most romantic?
What motivates you most in life?
What things do you consider to be relationship deal breakers?
Do you think arguing is part of a relationship?
If we were to raise children, what are the most important things you would want them to learn?
How would you describe our relationship?
How would your partner describe you?
Do you consider yourself a spiritual person? How?
If you made a bucket list for us, what would you add to it?
How has our relationship changed since we started dating?
What do I do that comforts you the most?
In what ways are you most similar to me?
What makes you feel discouraged?
What is a significant event that has changed you?
If your life was a movie, which celebrity would play you?

First Date Conversation Starters

Let’s face it, first dates can be awkward. Start off on the right foot with these first date conversation starters. They’ll help you get to know the person and find out your common interests.

What’s something not many people know about you?
What are you most passionate about?
What makes you laugh out loud?
What was your favorite thing to do as a kid?
Who do you text the most?
What do you like to cook the most?
What’s your favorite TV show?
What is your favorite book?
Who is most influential in your life?
What was your best friend’s name growing up?
How do you spend your mornings?
What’s your all-time favorite band?
What’s your dream job?
What did you study?
What did you want to be growing up?
What is the best pickup line you’ve ever used? Heard?
Do you have any nicknames?
What talent do you wish you had?
Where do you see yourself living when you retire?
What is your favorite weekend activity?
Do you have any pet peeves?
Who was your favorite teacher and why?
What makes you most uncomfortable about dating?
What is your favorite place in the entire world?

Dinner Party Conversation Starters

If you’re at a gathering with acquaintances, it can be hard to settle on a topic that everyone can relate and contribute to. Try one of these conversation starters to find similar interests! And don’t forget to show your appreciation to the host with a heartfelt thank you gift!

If you could have dinner with anyone living or not, who would it be?
Are you a cat person or a dog person?
What is the silliest thing you’ve posted online?
What was your worst wardrobe mistake?
What is the best restaurant you’ve been to?
What is your favorite kitchen smell?
When you die, what do you want to be reincarnated as?
What is your favorite guilty pleasure TV show?
What was your worst “foot in mouth” moment?
Who would you swap lives with for a day?
If you could live anywhere in the world, where would it be?
What is the strangest gift you have ever received?
What is the funniest gift you have ever given?
What are three fun facts about yourself?
What’s the best compliment you’ve ever received?
Would you rather be invisible or have X-ray vision?
If you could only save one item from a house fire, what would it be?
What is the one food you could eat for the rest of your life?
How do you know (person hosting dinner)?
If you won the lottery, what would be your first big splurge?
What’s one movie you could watch over and over?
Where’s the most exotic place you’ve ever been?
If you could have picked your own name, what would it be?

Conversation Starters For A Family Gathering

Sometimes it can be difficult to figure out what to talk about at extended family gatherings, especially if you haven’t seen family members for awhile. These conversation starters are family-friendly and are sure to engage everyone from children to grandparents.

What time period would you travel to?
What is one thing you can’t live without?
What is your least favorite chore?
What is your earliest memory?
Who are you most thankful for and why?
Where do you want to go on the next family vacation?
What’s the nicest thing a family member has ever done for you?
What was the biggest punishment you’ve ever received?
If you could describe yourself in three words, what would they be?
What would be the first thing you would do if you traded places with your family member?
What instrument would you like to play?
If you could get all your family members to donate to a charity, what would it be and why?
Would you want to live on a boat, a mountain or an island?
What makes you most proud?
What three things are you most grateful for?
Who do you count on the most for help?
What would make you (if parent) most upset? A tattoo, a nose ring or a bad boyfriend/girlfriend?
What would be your ideal day?
What makes you the happiest?
If you could spend an entire day with a family member, who would it be and why?
If you could be an animal, what would it be and why?
If you could be any age, what age would you choose?
What’s one thing you’ve won and how did you win it?
What did you think was the most challenging part of being a kid?
When is the last time you laughed so hard that you cried?

Networking Conversation Starters

After you’ve asked “What do you do?” where should the conversation go from there? These questions will open up conversations beyond just discussing your job title.

How did you hear about this event?
What was the first job you ever had?
What’s a good place to eat around here?
What are you reading right now?
How was your commute here?
What fun plans do you have for the weekend?
What cool conferences have you attended?
How long have you been at your current job?
What’s the most fun project you’ve ever worked on?
Did you hear about (insert latest news topic)?
Where do you see yourself in five years?
Have you ever won an award?
How old were you when you had your first job?

Conversation Starters For A Casual Get-Together

A casual get-together with friends is a good place to ask quirky questions. Find out fun information about your friends and acquaintances that you may have never known otherwise!

How long can you go without checking your phone?
Have you ever really kept a New Year’s resolution?
What bad habits do you wish you could stop?
Do you have a morning ritual?
Have you ever been stalked on social media?
Can you tell when someone is lying?
Are you a jealous person?
Do you prefer polaroid or digital cameras?
If someone offered to tell you your future, would you accept it?
Who’s your biggest hero?
Have you ever stolen anything?
If you were to remove one social media app from your phone, which would it be and why?
If you could have tea with a fictional character, who would that be?
What is your most embarrassing moment?
If you were on death row, what would your last meal be?
If you could sit down with your 13-year old self, what would you say?
If you could only pack one thing for a trip (besides clothing) what would it be?
What makes you really angry?
What is your spirit animal?
What would be the title of your memoire?
What’s your guilty pleasure?
What would your theme song be if you had your own show?
What bores you?
What would you do if you were home alone and the power went out?
What’s the weirdest dream you’ve ever had?
If your plane was going down, who would you would call?
What would your rock band group be called?

Conversation Starters At A Bar

Whether you’re trying to meet a new friend or special someone, these conversation starters are a great way to break the ice! If you’re new to the area, they’ll also help you learn more about all the best spots to visit.

What drink do you suggest I get?
How do you get to X place from here?
Where is a good place to get food around here?
I’m NAME, what’s your name?
Are you having a good time?
Batman or Superman, who would win?
This song is so overplayed, I’d rather hear X. How about you?
What’s the worst thing one can say on a first date?
What made you laugh this week?
Are you having a good evening?
What do you think of this place?

See, striking up a conversation wasn’t so hard, was it? Whether you’re trying to meet someone new or just learn more about an old friend, asking out-of-the-box questions is a great way to break the ice and find out something new!

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We say thousands of words a day and deal with dozens of interlocutors, but some conversations fly out of our heads a second after they end, while others are remembered for a lifetime. If you are tired of idle chatter or want to talk to a new acquaintance, try asking something unusual, for example, what pill would he choose in Neo's place or what would he say to aliens as a representative of all mankind, and you will not only have a great time, but people will also remember as an engaging conversationalist.

ADME has compiled a large list of questions that will allow you to get away from the usual circle of topics and learn a lot of interesting things about the people around you, even if you have known them for a long time.

If you were permanently banned from your current job, what new career would you choose?
If you had the opportunity to never work again, would you take it?
Did you have dreams that you remember for the rest of your life?
What kind of person do you admire?
Would you like to be friends with a person like you?
What was the most beautiful place you have ever visited?
If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would you go?
If you could live anywhere, what would it be?
If the list of 7 wonders of the world had to be rewritten, what would you include?
What exactly should every person experience at least once in their life?
What is your greatest fear in the world?
Have you had an event in your life when it seemed that everything was bad, and then it turned out that everything was for the best?
Are there films or books that everyone admires, but you can't stand them, and vice versa?
Have you ever cried over a book or a movie? What books and films were they?
If you could be a character in a book or movie, what would it be?
If your life were a movie, what would it be called?
What is the strangest compliment you have ever been given?
What was the most embarrassing situation you've ever had in your life?
Do you have any "shameful pleasures" that, however, give you a feeling of happiness and fullness of life?
If you could change one thing about your past, what would it be?
If you could change one thing in the world, what would it be?
If you had to eat only one food for the rest of your life, what would it be?
If you had to live the same day over and over again, which day in your life would you choose?
Would you like to become immortal?
If you had a year to live, how would you spend it?
If you could give advice to yourself at 15, what would it be?
What is your best childhood memory?
If as a child you could put all your favorite things in a time capsule and send them to the future, what items would be there?
How do you envision your ideal day?
If you could only own 5 things, what would they be?
What is the wisest thought you have ever heard?
If you could learn anything in half an hour, what would you learn?
If you could stay at a certain age forever, what age would you choose?
If you could start your life again at the age of 10, but still retain all your experience and knowledge, would you do it?
If you could choose an era in which to live, which era would suit you best?
If you could see with your own eyes any event from the past, present or future, which would you choose?
What superpower would you like to have?
If you had to choose only one option, would you like your child to grow up smart or kind?
If you were offered eternal youth and a lot of money on the condition that you will never have love and a family, would you agree?
Is there some piece of information or theory that you simply believe because there is no evidence for it? Why?

You are having lunch with someone you respect a lot. Suddenly, he starts telling nasty gossip about your close friend and taunting him, not knowing that he is your friend. What are you going to do?
You have access to JK Rowling's Twitter for one day. What new information about the magical world would you publish?
You return home from work and see that a clone has taken your place, and your spouse and children have not noticed the substitution. How to prove that their real relative is you?
After a divorce, you find a lottery ticket in the apartment that your ex-spouse bought and win $100,000. Share with your ex?
If you were in Neo's place in The Matrix, would you like to know the truth or remain ignorant?
Imagine that you can become the most beautiful person on the planet, but with every first kiss you will involuntarily hiccup. Agree?
You will receive $1 million if you hide a bunch of keys so that the entire country's police force cannot find them. Where will you hide them?
You have been invited to take part in an experiment: you must remain alone for a whole month, without communicating with a single person, in a room where there is only a bed, a toilet, water and food. If you don't give up, get $1 million. Do you agree or not?
You found out that your best friend is the same person who robs expensive car drivers on the road, taking money and jewelry, and then gives them to children with cancer for treatment. Will you hand him over to the police?
Aliens have taken over Earth. You are a representative of earthlings, and in a conversation they say that they plan to eat 10 million people a year. You categorically object: "It's not fair!" The aliens are surprised: “We don’t understand! Humans eat other living beings! We are a more developed race, for us there is no difference between a man and a cow, why can't we eat you? What arguments will you find to convince them?
You are the only surgeon in the hospital. You have just been informed that your relatives died in an accident, the driver was drunk. A minute later, he is brought to the operating room in a serious condition. How will you do it?
Imagine that you could choose to leave the world as it is, or rid it of wars and conflicts, but the internet would also disappear forever. What do you decide?
Imagine that there is a magic pill that gives the person who takes it beauty, good luck in all matters and a happy fate. But the day after his 35th birthday, this person will die. Would you take such a pill?
The government began to distribute delicious pills to people for free, taking which a person feels that the world is paradise, he himself is happy, and the people around are the best creatures on Earth. The action of the tablets lasts several hours, there are no side effects, they do not affect health and do not cause addiction. The decision whether to use them or not depends only on the person himself. Would you take pills like other people around?
Your ship has hit an iceberg. The crew and passengers could hardly fit into 2 lifeboats. A storm began, and it became clear that the overloaded boats were about to capsize. To save yourself, you need to push some of the people overboard. You are the captain. How do you do? How do you decide who to donate?
You have been offered to freeze your body for 200 years for free at any time you want. Agree?
Let us assume that life after death exists. What would hell and heaven look like if you invented them?

If you were famous, what would you be famous for?
Would you rather have 3 legs or 3 arms?
Would you rather have a cat in the body of a dog or a dog in the body of a cat?
Which would you rather read minds or see through walls?
Would you rather be the richest person in the world or the smartest?
Would you rather be able to speak all the languages of the world or be able to talk to animals?
What would you prefer: to be able to read other people's minds or to fly?
Would you rather be married to someone who loves you but you don't love him or someone you love unrequitedly?
Would you rather look like a 20 year old but feel like an 80 year old or look like an 80 year old but feel like a 20 year old?
Would you rather be able to erase your memories or those of other people?
What would you prefer: to have unearthly beauty or an unsurpassed sense of humor?
Would you rather have a photographic memory or an incredibly high IQ?
Which would you prefer: an allergy to chocolate or an allergy to a smartphone?
Would you rather never hear music again or lose the ability to read? What will you choose?
What would you rather not taste or see the world in black and white?
Would you rather be a vampire or a werewolf?
Which would you prefer: a trunk like an elephant or a neck like a giraffe?
Which is worse: losing sight or hearing?
Imagine that the genes of an embryo during pregnancy can be changed without side effects. Would you allow this to be done to change a child's gender or appearance?
Some people think that keeping animals in zoos is cruel. Even if they have spacious enclosures and plenty of food, this will not replace life in freedom. Do you agree with this or not? Why?
Can Internet piracy (movie and music downloads) be equated with shoplifting?
Iceland recently passed a law according to which all residents of the country from the age of 18 become organ donors by default (but you can write a refusal). Would you like to have such a law in our country?
Do you think artificial intelligence can destroy humanity in the future?
What common idea could unite people on the planet?

What questions seemed to you the most difficult and interesting, made you think?

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on topics that are not interesting for you or discuss questions that you have already discussed a thousand times because you just need to say something? This usually happens when you are forced to wait for something, for example, while waiting for a very slow moving elevator in the company of your own colleagues or casual acquaintances during various events. To make boring conversations like this more interesting, it is worth asking people unexpected questions that make them think, and which cannot be simply answered with “yes” or “no”.

The result is likely to be amazing: you will learn a lot of interesting facts about other people that you would never get out of the usual boring conversation. And, as an added bonus, you will become closer to each other. Sometimes it can be really important!

If you are ready for unconventional actions, look at the list of the most successful questions, which is divided into topics for convenience.

Of course, not every one of these questions is appropriate to talk to every person in every situation, but, nevertheless, this list provides a fairly wide selection to avoid awkward silence.

Work

1. If you weren't working here, what would you most likely be doing now?
2. How did you become ... (job title)?
3. What surprised you the most about this job?
4. What is the most ridiculous task your boss has ever given you?
5. Which would be more preferable for you - to work four days a week for 10 hours or five days for 8?
6. If you had guaranteed success in any position, what would you prefer to do?
7. What was your first job? Did you like her?
8. What is the most valuable professional development advice you have ever received? And which was the worst?

Entertainment

9. Are you reading any interesting book now? I'd like to get some advice. And what about the show?
10. Are there any apps on your phone that you can't live without?
11. If you could only watch one genre of cinema for the rest of your life, which would it be? What about musical preferences?
12. What book that everyone admired did you hate? And vice versa?
13. Do you have any podcast recommendations?
14. What movie have you watched lately that made you cry? How about laughing out loud?
15. Who would you like to be your partner on the reality show Amazing Race? In our realities, you can ask a similar question about programs like Fort Boyard or The Last Hero.
16. Who is your favorite on Instagram? And vice versa? Oh, you don't have Instagram? Why?

Food

17. If you were told that you could only eat one food for the rest of your life, what would it be?
18. What is the strangest dish you have ever tried in your life?
19. What habitual food is the most comfortable for you?
20. Is there any food that you will never eat?
21. Advise what you can easily and without problems take with you to work / study as lunch, but it should not be sandwiches.
22. Where can I eat cheaply here?
23. Does your family have any culinary secrets or traditional recipes?
24. What is your favorite restaurant / cafe that is not very well known to a wide range of people?

Travel

25. Is there a “paradise” place for recreation somewhere nearby?
26. If you could fly anywhere for free, where would you go?
27. What is the coolest road trip you have ever taken?
28. What trip did you take during your last vacation? What were you doing there? What do you remember?
29. What type of vacation do you prefer - active or relaxing somewhere on a cozy beach?
30. What next trip have you already planned?
31. If you could take a day off or have the opportunity to work remotely, where would you go and what would you do?
32. What is your favorite thing to do on the weekends?

Biography

33. Where did you live before? How is that city different from where you live now?
34. What did you want to be when you grew up as a child?
35. Do you have any hidden talents or unexpected hobbies?
36. What did you like to do in elementary school (outside the school curriculum)?
37.

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