80 flirty pick-up lines to help you make (and conquer) the first move

When you’ve been single and actively putting yourself out there for a while, it’s easy to feel like you’re running out of options on dating apps or disappointed if you go out (and you’re feeling yourself!) only to realise that most folks seem to already be paired off. It can make dating — a thing that’s supposed to be fun — feel like a total drag. So how can you get back in the game and shake things up? By finding ways to make it fun again, of course! One easy way to do that is by practicing making the first move with silly, cute, and flirty pick-up lines.

Whether you’re on the apps and looking for the perfect opening line or you’re out and spotted a cutie across the room, these lines are simple, get straight to the point, and feel just flirty enough that whoever you use them on could be flattered enough to keep the conversation going. But make sure to tread carefully — if you’re meeting a complete stranger, pick a low-stakes pick-up line that can gauge their interest first. Avoid using lines that feel too sexy or raunchy on someone you just met because they might not consent to that energy! As you get to know them, you can discuss boundaries and see if they’d be down with something naughtier.

Because we love giving you options, we put together this master list of flirty pick-up lines just for you, which means, yes, you should def bookmark, copy and paste, or keep a handy Notes app with your favourites to have at the ready when you finally meet someone you want to impress, or, at the very least, someone you want to make laugh. Now go forth and make the first move!

Best pick-up lines

1. Is there a waitlist or can I RSVP to your future right now?

2. Hold on, I’m asking Chat GPT to write our love story, BRB.

3. I’m going to have to ask you to leave, because you’re making everyone in here look bad.

4. I saw you looking at me, wondering if you should ask me out, so I thought I’d come over here and make it easy for you.

5. They say the prettiest people are lonely, so you must be in dire need of some conversation.

6. Let me guess three things about you: You’re really funny, really cute, and really in need of a date Friday night?

7. I’m sure whoever let you go regrets it, do you agree?

8. You look like someone who’s in desperate need of my phone number.

9. I bet you’re a good cook, hot people usually are.

10. I guarantee you, I’m not flirting with you. I’m just being extra nice to someone who’s extra attractive.

11. I tried to send you something flirty, but I couldn’t fit in the text box.

12. Can you send me a selfie? I just want to show my friends what my future partner looks like.

13. Do you have a name you want me to save you as in my phone or should I just put ‘mine’?

14. I thought this was a dating app, but it must be a museum because you are a work of art.

15. I think I saw you on Spotify, you were listed as the hottest single.

16. I’m pretty good at algebra... I can replace your X and you wouldn’t need to figure out Y.

Funny pick-up lines

1. I’ve been meaning to date a [*insert their name here*], it must be fate!

2. Maybe we should take a workout class together so you won’t keep running through my mind.

3. I have this annoying trait where everyone I chat with falls in love with me, did it work?

4. I have psychic powers and I’m being pushed to ask you out.

5. I know the best spot in town for first dates, want to see it?

6. I’m new in town. Can you give me directions to where our date is tonight?

7. Let’s play a game! If I win, you take me out. If you win, I take you out. 🏆

8. Well, I texted you. What are your other two wishes? 🧞

9. I’d like to take you to the movies, but they don’t let you bring in your own snacks. 🍿

10. Can I save you in my phone as ‘future loml’?

11. Is it just the WiFi, or am I totally feeling a connection?

12. Is your name Google? Because you’re everything I’ve been searching for.

13. Are you Siri? Because you autocomplete me.

14. Are you a keyboard? Because you’re just my type.

15. If you and I were socks, we’d make a great pair.

16. Are you an artist? Because you’re really good at drawing me in.

17. Are you a camera? Because every time I look at you, I smile.

Cute pick-up lines

1. On a scale from 1–10, you’re a perfect 20.

2. I don’t usually do this, but can I have your number? I refuse to miss a shot with you.

3. Are you single? Because I need a plus one to literally everything for the rest of my life.

4. They say nothing lasts forever, so will you be my nothing?

5. Online dating is hard, let’s make it easier by getting off the apps and on a date?

6. I’m not an electrician, but I can light up your day.

7. I can see us as the next big power couple.

8. I can’t see the ending, but I know the story of us would be fun.

9. I couldn’t help but notice your smile is brighter than anyone else’s here.

10. Would you rather kiss me, hold my hand, or take me on a date?

11. I have a feeling we should go out tonight, and my feelings are never wrong.

12. Coffee, tea, or me?

13. My friends and I saw you and wondered if you were into the idea of a first date as much as I am?

14. So aside from taking my breath away, what do you do for a living?

Cheesy pick-up lines

1. I know your name is [*insert their name here*], but can I call you mine?

2. Something must be wrong with my eyes, because I can’t take them off you…

3. Are you religious? Because you’re the answer to all my prayers.

4. Mind if I tie your shoes? I’d hate to see you fall for someone else.

5. Do you believe in love at first sight, or should I walk by again?

6. I’m not a photographer, but I can definitely picture us together.

7. Are you into tricks or treats? Because I can do both.

8. Are you an astronaut? Because to me, you’re out of this world.

9. Are you a magician? Because when I look at you, everyone else just disappears.

10. Are you a candle? Because around you, I feel lit.

11. You must not like pumpkin spice because you seem anything but basic.

12. Can you see us together as well as I can, or do you need glasses?

13. If you’re here, who’s running heaven? 😇

14. Send me a selfie so I can show Santa what I want for Christmas. 🎅🏻

15. If you were a fruit, you’d be a fine-apple.🍍

16. Do you believe in love at first swipe, or should I match with you again?

17. I’m researching important dates in history. Do you want to be mine?

18. I believe in following my dreams. Can I have your Instagram?

Sexy pick-up lines

1. Do you want to dance, or should we just get extra close at my place later?

2. You seem hot, but I think we should kiss to make sure.

3. I’m cold and you’re hot, wanna warm me up?

4. I’d give up my morning cereal to spoon you instead.

5. I like my coffee sweet, but tomorrow morning I can make yours however you’d like.

6. I think we should take this back to my place so you can see where you’ll be staying for the next few months.

7. I’m from the north but you seem like you’d do well down south.

8. How do you like your eggs? I’m taking notes for tomorrow morning.

9. Are you a parking ticket? Because you’ve got ‘fine’ written all over you.

10. Aside from being hot, what else do you do for a living?

11. Do you want to make out? Oh sorry, I mean work out, with me tomorrow night?

12. Is your body a map? Because I love to travel.

13. So I already got your number, what’s next? 😉

14. Want to help me get on Santa’s naughty list this year?

15. Your lips look lonely. How about I introduce them to mine?

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