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!

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Best pick-up lines

  1. They say the prettiest people are lonely, so you must be in dire need of some conversation.
  2. Let me guess three things about you: You’re really funny, really cute, and really in need of a date Friday night?
  3. I’m sure whoever let you go regrets it, do you agree?
  4. You look like someone who’s in desperate need of my phone number.
  5. I bet you’re a good cook, hot people usually are.
  6. I guarantee you, I’m not flirting with you. I’m just being extra nice to someone who’s extra attractive.
  7. I tried to send you something flirty, but I couldn’t fit in the text box.
  8. You must be a black hole because you’re irresistibly attractive.
  9. Can you send me a selfie? I just want to show my friends what my future partner looks like.
  10. Do you have a name you want me to save you as in my phone or should I just put ‘mine’?
  11. I thought this was a dating app, but it must be a museum because you are a work of art.
  12. I think I saw you on Spotify, you were listed as the hottest single.
  13. I’m pretty good at algebra... I can replace your X and you wouldn’t need to figure out.
  14. No pen, no paper but you still draw my attention.
  15. Are you a time traveller? Because I see you in my future.
  16. You look so familiar… did we have a class together? I could’ve sworn we had chemistry.
  17. Hi, my name is [*insert your name here*], but you can call me tomorrow.
  18. Do you have a mirror? Because I can see us together.
  19. Want a raisin? No? How about a date?
  20. Is there a waitlist or can I RSVP to your future right now?
  21. BRB, I’m asking ChatGPT to write our love story.
  22. Truth or date?
  23. I’m going to have to ask you to leave, because you’re making everyone in here look bad.
  24. 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.
  25. Have we met? You look exactly like my next partner.
  26. I’m pretty good with numbers. Why don’t you give me yours and see what I can do with it?
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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 wor
  4. Are you a camera? Because every time I look at you, I smile.
  5. I have psychic powers and I’m being pushed to ask you out.
  6. I know the best spot in town for first dates, want to see it?
  7. Are you a charger? Because I’d die without you.
  8. I’m new in town. Can you give me directions to where our date is tonight?
  9. Is it just the WiFi, or am I totally feeling a connection?
  10. Is your name Google? Because you’re everything I’ve been searching for.
  11. Are you Siri? Because you autocomplete me.
  12. Are you an artist? Because you’re really good at drawing me in.
  13. How can I plan our wedding without having your number?
  14. Wanna be Minecraft without the craft?
  15. Are you a loan? You’ve got my interest.
  16. Kiss me if I’m wrong, but dinosaurs still exist, right?
  17. Let’s play a game! If I win, you take me out. If you win, I take you out. 🏆
  18. Well, I texted you. What are your other two wishes? 🧞
  19. I’d like to take you to the movies, but they don’t let you bring in your own snacks. 🍿
  20. Can I save you in my phone as ‘future loml’?
  21. Are you a keyboard? Because you’re just my type.
  22. I was blinded by your beauty. I’m going to need your name and number for insurance purposes.
  23. If you and I were socks, we’d make a great pair.
  24. Titanic? That’s my icebreaker. What’s up?
  25. If looks could kill, you’d be a weapon of mass destruction.
  26. Are you YouTube? Because I want you-tu-be mine.
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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. I can see us as the next big power couple.
  6. I can’t see the ending, but I know the story of us would be fun.
  7. I couldn’t help but notice your smile is brighter than anyone else’s here.
  8. Would you rather kiss me, hold my hand, or take me on a date?
  9. I have a feeling we should go out tonight, and my feelings are never wrong.
  10. Coffee, tea, or me?
  11. My friends and I saw you and wondered if you were into the idea of a first date as much as I am?
  12. So aside from taking my breath away, what do you do for a living?
  13. Guess what I’m wearing? The smile you gave me.
  14. Your hands look heavy — can I hold them for you?
  15. Are your parents bakers? Because you’re a cutie pie.
  16. I think there’s something wrong with my phone. Could you call it and see if it works?
  17. Online dating is hard, let’s make it easier by getting off the apps and on a date?
  18. I’m not an electrician, but I can light up your day.
  19. If I could rearrange the alphabet, I’d put U and I together.
  20. If kisses were snowflakes, I’d send you a blizzard.
  21. You don’t know how many times I’ve had to swipe left to find you.
  22. I’d never play hide and seek with you. Someone like you is impossible to find.
  23. If being beautiful was a crime, you’d be guilty as charged.
  24. I had this awesome pick-up line but forgot it the minute I laid eyes on you.
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Cheesy pick-up lines

  1. Are you into tricks or treats? Because I can do both.
  2. Are you an astronaut? Because to me, you’re out of this world.
  3. Are you a magician? Because when I look at you, everyone else just disappears.
  4. Are you a candle? Because around you, I feel lit.
  5. You must not like pumpkin spice because you seem anything but basic.
  6. Can you see us together as well as I can, or do you need glasses?
  7. If you’re here, who’s running heaven? 😇
  8. Send me a selfie so I can show Santa what I want for Christmas. 🎅🏻
  9. If you were a fruit, you’d be a fine-apple.🍍
  10. Do you believe in love at first swipe, or should I match with you again?
  11. I’m researching important dates in history. Do you want to be mine?
  12. I believe in following my dreams. Can I have your Instagram?
  13. I never believed in love at first sight, but that was before I saw you.
  14. If being sexy was a crime, you’d be guilty as charged.
  15. Are your shoelaces tied? I don’t want you falling for anyone else.
  16. If you were a triangle, you’d be acute one.
  17. This might sound cheesy, but I think you’re really grate.
  18. Are you a broom? You’ve just swept me off my feet.
  19. I know your name is [*insert their name here*], but can I call you mine?
  20. Something must be wrong with my eyes, because I can’t take them off you.
  21. Are you religious? Because you’re the answer to all my prayers.
  22. If you were a vegetable, you’d be a cute-cumber.
  23. Mind if I tie your shoes? I’d hate to see you fall for someone else.
  24. Do you believe in love at first sight, or should I walk by again?
  25. I’m not a photographer, but I can definitely picture us together.
  26. If you were words on a page, you’d be fine print.
  27. Do you like my new jumper? It’s made of boyfriend/girlfriend material.
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Sexy pick-up lines

  1. I’m from the north but you seem like you’d do well down south.
  2. How do you like your eggs? I’m taking notes for tomorrow morning.
  3. Are you a parking ticket? Because you’ve got ‘fine’ written all over you.
  4. Aside from being hot, what else do you do for a living?
  5. Let’s make a deal: I’ll cook you dinner if you cook me breakfast.
  6. Do you want to make out? Oh sorry, I mean work out, with me tomorrow night?
  7. Is your body a map? Because I love to travel.
  8. I’m cold and you’re hot, wanna warm me up?
  9. So I already got your number, what’s next? 😉
  10. Want to help me get on Santa’s naughty list this year?
  11. Your lips look lonely. How about I introduce them to mine?
  12. Do you have a sunburn, or are you always this hot?
  13. If you let me borrow a kiss, I promise I’ll give it right back.
  14. If I buy you dinner, will you be dessert?
  15. Do you want to dance, or should we just get extra close at my place later?
  16. You seem hot, but I think we should kiss to make sure.
  17. I’d give up my morning cereal to spoon you instead.
  18. I like my coffee sweet, but tomorrow morning I can make yours however you’d like.
  19. I think we should take this back to my place so you can see where you’ll be staying for the next few months.
  20. I love my bed, but I’d rather be in yours.
  21. Are you a sandwich? Because I want you for lunch.
  22. I was feeling a little off today, but you turned me on again.
From: Cosmopolitan US
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Veronica Lopez

Veronica Lopez is the sex and relationships editor at Cosmopolitan, where she covers and edits stories about single life, dating, relationships, sex, identity, and more. Previously, she was the sex and dating editor at Elite Daily. Follow her on Instagram here and on Twitter here.

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Brittany Leitner is a freelance journalist and poet based in New York City and originally from San Antonio, Texas. She previously held editorial roles at Elite Daily and The Dr. Oz Show. Her work in digital journalism earned her a Digital Health Award in 2019, and her writing has been published in Bustle, Cosmopolitan, Shape, and more. Her poetry has appeared or is forthcoming in Palette Poetry, Gasher, Cutthroat, and New York Quarterly.