Good questions to ask new friends
Asking good questions to new friends can help you build a stronger connection, learn more about them, and find common interests. Here are some questions you can ask new friends:
Light and casual questions
- What do you like to do in your free time?
- What's your favorite hobby or activity?
- What kind of music/movies/books do you enjoy?
- Do you have any pets? What kind?
- What's your favorite travel destination or place you'd like to visit?
Getting to know them better
- What do you do for work or study?
- What are your goals and aspirations?
- What's the best advice you've ever received?
- What's something that's on your bucket list?
- What's your favorite way to relax and unwind?
Fun and playful questions
- If you could switch lives with someone for a day, who would it be and why?
- What's the craziest thing you've ever done?
- If you could have any superpower, what would it be?
- What's your go-to spontaneous date night idea?
- If you could have dinner with any historical figure, who would it be?
Deeper and more meaningful questions
- What's something that's been on your mind lately?
- What's the most important lesson you've learned in life?
- What do you value most in relationships?
- What's something you're proud of accomplishing?
- What's something you're looking forward to in the future?
Questions to help you find common ground
- Have you ever been to [insert shared interest or location]?
- Do you have any favorite sports teams or players?
- Have you read any good books or seen any good movies lately?
- Do you have any favorite restaurants or cuisines?
- Have you ever attended [insert event or festival]?
Remember, the key is to be genuine and interested in getting to know your new friend. Ask follow-up questions and listen actively to what they have to say. Good luck!