150 Pick-Up Lines to Use Whether You're Flirting Over Text or in Real Life

Whether you just got a match on a dating app or spotted someone cute from across the bar, striking up a conversation can be hard. What's more, if you're a bit shy or introverted, talking to a stranger you're potentially interested in can feel nearly impossible. So how do you craft the perfect message that catches someone's attention, all while keeping your cool? Enter: Pick-up lines.

Though pick-up lines often get a bad reputation for being awkward—and sometimes creepy—when delivered correctly, they can easily break the ice and make someone smile. They're also a great way to ease into social interactions when you're at a loss for words or a little scared to spark up a chat. After all, pick-up lines are meant to be the ultimate conversation starter.

For those who are eager to step up their dating game, or simply step outside of their comfort zone and meet someone new, we're providing you with tips and tricks on how to deliver the ultimate pick-up line—plus, we list out a few examples to use as your own. Read on for more.

How to Deliver a Pick-Up Line Confidently and Effectively 

How can you ensure that your pick-up line results in a smile, not a groan or an eye roll? So much of what makes a good pick-up line is your delivery—and confidence is key in every situation. Therefore, focus on confident body language, like standing up straight and making eye contact, when speaking with a potential love interest. Additionally, never approach anyone who doesn't seem open to having a conversation. (For example, if they're already speaking to another person or seem busy, it's best to avoid interrupting them).

Another cardinal rule of using pick-up lines is to choose something that sounds natural, even if you're delivering a message that's a bit cheesy. Most people value authenticity, so anything that seems too forced or overly rehearsed may not be well-received by your interest. Lastly, and most importantly, remember to be nice and friendly. If someone doesn’t react well to your pick-up line, don’t be too pushy—accept the rejection and move on.

Ready to reach out and make contact? Here are 150 pick-lines to help you flirt with your future love.

Clever Pick-Up Lines 

• "Is your name Wi-Fi? Because I’m feeling a connection."
• "Do you have a map? I just got lost in your eyes."
• "You must be a talented thief, ‘cause you managed to steal my heart all the way over here."
• "Do you like raisins? How do you feel about a date?"
  
• "You owe me a drink. Because when I saw you, I dropped mine."
• "Do you happen to have a Band-Aid? I scraped my knee falling for you."
• "Do you know what you’d look beautiful in? My arms."
• "Are you a bank loan? Because you have my interest."
• "Something must be wrong with my eyes because I can’t take them off you."
• "They say nothing lasts forever. Want to be my nothing?"
• "Are you a time traveler? Because I can see you in my future."
• "Are you a dictionary? Because you bring meaning to my life."
• "So, aside from taking my breath away, what do you do for a living?"
• "I think there’s something wrong with my phone. Could you try calling it to see if it works?" 
• "Do you play soccer? Because you look like a keeper." 
• "I believe in following my dreams. Can I have your Insta?" 
• "It’s a good thing I have my library card because I am totally checking you out."
• "If I could rearrange the alphabet, I’d put U and I together."
• "Do you have a name, or can I call you mine?" 
• "Aside from being good-looking, what do you do in your spare time?" 
• "Do you know what 'The Little Mermaid' and I have in common? We both want to be part of your world." 
• "If I had a time machine, I’d use it to relive this exact moment." 
• "Do you like my new sweater? It’s made of boyfriend/girlfriend material." 
• "I always thought Disney was the happiest place on earth—until I stood next to you." 
• "If you were words on a page, you’d be fine print."
• "I’m pretty good with numbers. Why don’t you give me yours and see what I can do with it?" 
• "If I were a transplant surgeon, I’d give you my heart."
• "Have we met? You look exactly like my next partner."

Cheesy (but Funny) Pick-Up Lines 

• "Well, here I am! What are your other two wishes?" 
• "I wish I were cross-eyed so I could see you twice."
• "Are you from McDonald’s? ‘Cause I’m loving it." 
• "You must be a campfire because I’m hot and want s’more." 
• "Titanic? That’s my icebreaker. What’s up?" 
• "Are you a parking ticket? Because you’ve got 'fine' written all over you."
• "Are your shoelaces tied? I don’t want you falling for anybody else." 
• "I was wondering if you had an extra heart since you just stole mine." 
• "If you were a chicken, you’d be im-peck-able."
• "If you were a Transformer, you’d be Optimus Fine." 
• "If looks could kill, you’d be a weapon of mass destruction." 
• "Are you French? Because Eiffel for you." 
• "If you were a vegetable, you’d be a cute-cumber." 
• "Kiss me if I’m wrong, but dinosaurs still exist, right?" 
• "Do you like Star Wars? Because Yoda only one for me." 
• "Are you a cat? Because you’re purr-fect."
• "You can delete the app now, I’m here."
• "I was feeling a little off today, but you turned me on again." 
• "Do you ever get tired from running through my thoughts all day?" 
• "Did you eat magnets for breakfast? You’re so attractive." 
• "Is your name Google? You seem to have everything I’m searching for." 
• "Can I take a picture of you to show Santa what you want for Christmas?" 
• "If being beautiful was a crime, you’d be guilty as charged."
• "Are you my credit card? Because I’m paying you a lot of interest."
• "If you were a triangle, you’d be acute one." 
• "Are you a time traveler? Because I see you in my future." 
• "My sweet tooth has been itching since the minute I saw your profile." 
• "I can’t tell if that was an earthquake or if you just rocked my world."
• "Better stop, drop, and roll, ‘cause baby, you’re on fire." 
• "If I were a cat, I’d spend all nine of my lives with you." 
• "Is your name Netflix? Because I could binge on you for hours."
• "This must be a museum because you’re a work of art."

Funny Pick-Up Lines

• "Do you have a sunburn or are you always this hot?"
• "Do you like Mexican food? I’d like to wrap you up into a bae-rito." 
• "Want to step outside for some fresh air? You just took my breath away." 
• "Is this the Hogwarts Express? Because you sure make this trip seem magical."
• "Let’s make like fabric softener and Snuggle."
• "What’s it like to be the most gorgeous person in the room?" 
• "Your name must be Coca-Cola because you’re soda-licious." 
• "Are you from Tennessee? You’re the only 10 I see." 
• "Are you a broom? You just swept me off my feet."
• "Are you a boxer? Because you’re a knockout."
• "Truth or date?"
• "Are you a dentist? You brightened my smile when I saw you."
• "My feelings for you are like a sneeze—I just can’t hold them in."
• "Are you a charger? Because I’m dying without you." 
• "If I had a nickel for every time I saw someone as beautiful as you, I’d still only have $.05."
• "Did we go to school together? I swear we have chemistry." 
• "Are you a camera? Every time I look at you, I smile." 
• "I’m going to complain to Spotify that you’re not in this week’s hottest singles." 
• "Guess what I’m wearing? The smile you gave me."
• "I’m learning about important dates in history. Wanna be one of them?" 
• "Are you an electrician? Because you’re lighting up my day." 
• "Are you a magician? Every time I look at you, everyone else disappears." 
• "Just curious—if you’re here, who’s running heaven?"
• "I’m not a photographer, but I can picture us together." 
• "Did your license get suspended for driving guys crazy?" 
• "I’m not an organ donor, but I’d give you my heart."
• "You’re like a fine wine. The more of you I drink in, the better I feel." 
• "Did it hurt when you fell from heaven?" 

Cute Pick-Up Lines 

• "Your smile is proof that the best things in life are free." 
• "I always thought happiness started with 'H' but now I know it was 'U.'"
• "If kisses were snowflakes, I’d send you a blizzard." 
• "I’d flirt with you, but I’d rather seduce you with my awkwardness." 
• "Did the sun just come out, or did you just smile at me?"
• "You don’t know how many times I’ve had to swipe left to find you." 
• "I’m writing an article on the finer things in life and was hoping to interview you." 
• "Did you just come out of the oven? Because you’re hot." 
• "If you let me borrow a kiss, I promise to give it right back."
• "I’d never play hide and seek with you. Someone like you is impossible to find."
• "Is your name chamomile? Because you look like a hot tea."
• "Do you have a map? I just got lost in your eyes."
• "Wouldn’t we look cute topping a wedding cake together?"
• "Are your parents bakers? Because you’re a cutie pie."
• "I had this awesome pick-up line but forgot it the minute I laid eyes on you." 
• "Hello, I’m a thief, and I’m here to steal your heart."
• "If you were a fruit, you’d be a fine apple."
• "Do you believe in love at first sight or should I walk by again?"
• "I was blinded by your beauty. I’m going to need your name and number for insurance purposes."
• "Do you remember me? Oh, that’s right—we’ve only met in my dreams."
• "Do you know what you’d look beautiful in? My arms."
• "Are you a cat? I’m 'feline' a connection."
• "Thank god I’m wearing gloves, as you’re too hot to handle." 
• "I hope you know CPR because of how you take my breath away." 
• "Are you an appendix? Because this feeling in my stomach makes me want to take you out." 
• "On a scale of one to 10, you’re a nine, and I’m the one you need."
• "Do you like bagels? Because you’re one of my bae-goals."
• "I’m no good at math but can give you the value you deserve."
• "There must be something wrong with my eyes. I can’t take them off you."
• "Your lips look lonely. Would they like to meet mine?" 
• "We’re like socks. We’d make a great pair."
• "I just had to say hello to you."

Flirty Pick-Up Lines 

• "Roses are red, violets are blue, how am I so lucky to match with you?"
• "Hi, my name is X, but you can call me tonight or tomorrow." 
• "I have a phone, you have a phone—think of the possibilities."
• "Somebody better call God and tell Him they’re missing an angel." 
• "You’re pretty, and I’m cute. Wanna be pretty cute together?"
• "The sparkle in your eyes is so bright it makes the sun jealous." 
• "There must be something wrong with my phone because your number isn’t in it." 
• "Thank you for the gift. I’ve been wearing this smile since you gave it to me." 
• "When I text you good morning, what number should I use?"
• "You’re that one track that’s worth buying the whole album for."
• "See that space between your fingers? That’s for mine."
• "Is your hand lonely? Let me hold it."
• "You must be an archeologist to dig such a hole in my heart." 
• "I never believed in love at first sight until now."
• "You must be my Mr./Mrs. Right."
• "What emoji should I put next to your name in my phone?" 
• "I think your number will be safer in my phone than in your head."
• "You have the strongest arms I’ve ever seen. Here, wrap them around me."
• "I believe in honesty: I find you attractive." 
• "I’m surprised they don’t ask you to leave—you make everyone else look bad."
• "Can we snap a pic so I can show all my friends what I want my next relationship to look like?"
• "Your taser must be set to 'stunning.'"
• "You’re my compass. Wherever I go, my thoughts return to you."
• "If I had a dollar for every time I thought of you, I’d make the cover of Fortune."
• "Will you grab my arm so I can tell my friends I’ve been touched by an angel?"
• "You’re so sweet, my teeth hurt when I talk to you."
• "Can you tame butterflies? The ones in my stomach are out of control."
• "My name is Computer. Mind if I crash?"
• "If I see someone I think is really cute, should I just go talk to them? (When they say yes) Hi, my name is…"