Top 30 Best Conversation Starters For Dating

Yes, we all know they say opposites attract. But they key to any successful relationship is compatibility.

Once you've found a topic that you both enjoy and share things in common, spend some time finding out a little more on that subject.

Remember the purpose of these questions is to ease you into a natural conversation that flows, not just drown them with questions.

At the end of the day, it’s a conversation, not an interrogation after all.

Smooth first impressions are key.

There's one sure thing that can ruin a first date and a give off a bad first impression of you, and it's a crappy conversation. For starters you definitely need ice breakers, questions that provoke laughter, and thought, as well as questions that dig a bit deeper and go beyond the superficial of just keeping it cute and not being your genuine self. You can also always use simple couple card games to make it easier.

The conversation will flow effortlessly if you and your date are a good match, but having these 30 topics in the back of your mind will help guide you.

To help save you from endless awkward silences, I've compiled 30 first date conversation starters for you. Plus, they're backed by professionals who know what they're talking about.

They are comprised of two sections. One section is the deal breakers and the other is sort of like follow up questions for the second date, since you don't want to bombard them with so many things on the initial date so it doesn't sound rehearsed.

Ice Breaker Questions

1. What are you most passionate about? This question gives you a sense of what they feel strongly about. It's also the perfect way to gauge whether their level of passion is compatible with yours.
2. What kinds of things make you laugh out loud? This lets you know if they like to laugh, if they're stuck up, or the serious type.
3. How many siblings do you have?
4. What nicknames have you had throughout your childhood or life? You'll get to see each other's youthful side and reminisce.
5. What do you like but are kind of embarrassed to admit? You can share a moment and break the ice and become more comfortable.
6. Are you a morning person or a night owl? Get to know if they're going to be cranky if you call at 8 am or asleep like a vampire. Lol.
7. What’s your favorite restaurant? This lets you dig deeper into their favorite cuisines, and overall sweet tooth or savory dishes that they delight in and how they feel about trying other cultural dishes.
8. What are people often surprised to learn about you? You may surprise each other.
9. Did you grow up with both parents? This will give you an insight into if their parents were together or separated or if they were raised by another caretaker (family member, foster parents etc). You'll gain a better sense of how they feel about relationships.
10. What is your favorite go-to quote or saying? They may have a saying or affirmation that they live by.
11. What is the most spontaneous thing you've done alone or with others?
12. What did you do last summer? You get to see if they like to explore or if they're a homebody.
13. What music artist do you never get tired of? You get to learn each other's favorite musical genre.
14. What household chore is just the worst? See if they like cleaning or if have no problem getting a housekeeper.
15. If you were stranded on an island and could take three things with you, what would they be? You get to see what they value the most and what's special to them.

In Depth/ Follow-up Questions

1. What is your biggest pet peeve that annoys you? Asking about something that irks them will give you direct, clear insight into the things that drive them nuts.
2. What are some accomplishments that you are really proud of? They may have not stopped to think about all they've done and plan to do.
3. What were some of the turning points in your life? This allows you to see their true strengths.
4. What would your perfect vacation look like? You may have share a destination that you can travel together.
5. Who besides your parents taught you the most about life? This is great for getting to know who made an impact in their lives.
6. If you opened a business, what type of business would you start? You get to see their creative minded side.
7. If you knew you were going to die in a year, what would you change about your current lifestyle? Some questions require you to think, and maybe they haven't thought of this so it's good to get insight.
8. If you could have the answer to any question, what question would it be?
9. What is something that you would try at least once? You get to see if they are spontaneous or if you can both try it out.
10. How much personal space do you need to be comfortable? It's good to know where the boundaries are so they're not crossed.

11. What would be your dream job? You get to hear them talk about their dreams and aspirations.

12. What’s the most essential part of a friendship? You get to learn their values.

13. What skill or ability have you always wanted to learn? You may know how to do the skill they want to learn.
14. What’s your favorite season and holiday? This can be a special bond created around the same holidays.
15. What’s your favorite thing to do outdoors? Indoors? You can always find lots of things to do and create memories.

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