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111 Pickup Lines for Guys That Are Sure to Make Him Laugh

Updated on Sep. 13, 2024

These hilarious pickup lines for guys are just the beginning of what could be an epic love story

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Breaking the ice with someone new can be tricky, but one thing’s for sure—making your favorite guy laugh is a foolproof way to get the conversation rolling. If you’re feeling adventurous, we’ve got just the thing: a collection of funny pickup lines for guys so cringe-worthy, they’re bound to make him grin. From smooth operators to clever wordplay, and from corny classics to pickup lines that are downright cheesy, we’ve got it all. Plus, these pickup lines are perfect to use in-person and on dating apps, including Tinder

So, buckle up and get ready to dive into some of the best pickup lines for guys—they’reguaranteed to make him smile!

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Funny pickup lines for him

1. If you were a triangle you’d be acute one.

2. Is your name Dunkin? Because I donut want to spend another day without you.

3. Are you a Boy Scout because you tie my heart in knots.

4. Are you a loan? You’ve got my interest.

5. Are you Siri? Because you autocomplete me.

6. I don’t normally chase, but for you, I’d put my Crocs in sport mode.

7. Are you a friend of Mariah Carey? Because All I Want for Christmas Is You.

8. Are you worried about global warming? Because you’re making it hot in here.

9. Is there an airport nearby or is that my heart taking off?

10. Do you have a pet? Because seeing you has given me a whole new leash on life.

11. Is your name Jimmy? Because I’ve Fallon for you.

12. Did you fart? Because you blew me away.

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

14. Did you invent the airplane? Because you’re clearly Mr. Wright.

15. Is your dad a boxer? Because you’re a knockout!

16. Call me Shrek because I’m head ogre heels for you.

17. Are you my wisdom teeth? Because I have a feeling that I should take you out as soon as possible.

18. Are you a charger? Because I’m dying without you.

19. Wanna be Minecraft without the craft?

20. Do you like Burger King? Because you’re my McKing.

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Corny pickup lines for him

21. If you were a vegetable, you’d be a cute-cumber.

22. Is your nickname Chapstick? Because you’re da balm!

23. I’m happy I have my library card, because I am totally checking you out.

24. If handsome was a crime, you’d be guilty as charged.

25. Are you a WiFi router? Because I’m feeling a connection.

26. Do you have a Band-Aid? I scraped my knees falling for you.

27. I never believed in love at first sight, then I saw you.

28. I was told never to talk to strangers online, but I’ll make an exception for you.

29. Did you go to school at Hogwarts with Harry Potter? Because I’m feeling the magic.

30. Do you know how to do CPR? Because you just took my breath away.

31. Do you have a cold? Because you look like you’re lacking Vitamin Me.

32. Are you a transformer? Because you look like Optimus Fine.

33. Let’s not play hide and seek. People like you are hard to find.

34. Do you like Star Wars? Because Yoda one for me.

35. I’m happy I have life insurance because when I saw you, my heart stopped.

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Clever pickup lines for him

36. Is your name Ken? Because I can be your Barbie.

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

38. I’m here! What are your other two wishes?

39. Not even Snape could Severus apart.

40. Let me tie your shoes, ‘cause I don’t want you falling for anyone else.

41. 123456. The only number I don’t see here is yours.

42. Do you have Instagram? Because I truly believe in following my dreams.

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

44. Angels should be in heaven. How’d you escape?

45. Boy, you’re the proof that aliens are real, because I think that you just abducted my heart.

46. What is it like to be the most handsome person in this room?

47. If you were words on a page, you’d be fine print.

48. You must be a talented thief because you managed to steal my heart from all the way over here.

49. You must be a very important textbook passage, because seeing you is the highlight of my day.

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Flirty pickup lines for him

50. Are you made of grapes? Cause you’re fine as wine.

51. Oh by the way, I’m wearing that smile you gave me.

52. I have a phone number, you have a phone number—think of the possibilities.

53. I’ve got all these forks and knives all I need is a little spoon.

54. Your hand looks heavy, can I hold it for you?

55. I always thought happiness started with an “H” but it looks like it starts with “U.”

56. Do you have a map? I just got lost in your eyes.

57. Did you just come out of an oven? Because you’re too hot to handle.

58. I think we’ve met before. Actually, never mind—I think it was just in my dreams.

59. I bet my number sounds nicer than yours. Wanna hear it?

60. Trust me, I’m not drunk—I’m just intoxicated by you.

61. Do you have a mirror? Because I can see us together.

62. I’m really terrible at flirting. Try picking me up instead.

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Cheesy pickup lines for him

63. Do you fish? Because you have me hooked.

64. If I could rearrange the alphabet, I’d put U and I together.

65. What do you call a string of people lifting a mozzarella cheese? A cheesy pickup line.

66. Are your shoelaces tied? I don’t want you falling for anyone else.

67. Are you a parking ticket? Because you’ve got “fine” written all over you.

68. On a scale of 1 to 10, you’re a nine…because I’m the one you need.

69. Are you from Tennessee? Because you’re the only 10 I see.

70. Are you a cat? Because I’ve fallen fur you.

71. I’m not very good at math but I can give you the value you deserve.

72. I’m no electrician but I can light up your day.

73. Are you Google? You have everything I search for.

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

75. If you were a fruit, you’d be a “fine-apple.”

76. I can’t tell if that was an earthquake, or if you just seriously rocked my world.

77. Are you a dentist? My smile got brighter when I saw you.

78. Do you know what the Little Mermaid and I have in common? We both want to be part of your world.

79. I got you some new sneakers. I figured you’d need them after running through my mind so much.

80. We should go out for coffee sometime because I like you a latte.

81. This might sound cheesy, but I think you’re really grate.

82. Want a raisin? No? How about a date?

83. Want to go outside and get some fresh air with me? You just took my breath away.

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Smooth pickup lines for him

84. Do you play soccer? Because you’re a keeper.

85. Do you like my new sweater? It’s made of [girlfriend/boyfriend] material.

86. 4+4=8 but you+me=fate

87. There’s something wrong with my phone, it doesn’t have your number in it.

88. Are you tired? You’ve been running through my mind all day.

89. I’m learning about important dates in history, wanna be one of them?

90. They say dating is a numbers game, so can I get yours?

91. When I text you good morning tomorrow, what number should I text?

92. What’s your favorite drink? I’m asking so I know what to buy you when we go on our first date.

93. I should complain to Spotify for not making you this week’s hottest single.

94. You look so familiar…did we have class together? I could’ve sworn we had chemistry.

95. Hi, my name is [your name], but you can call me tomorrow.

96. Can I show your profile to my friends to prove that angels really do exist?

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Cute pickup lines for him

97. If I’m vinegar, then you must be baking soda. Because you make me feel all bubbly inside!

98. Did the sun come out, or did you just smile at me?

99. If you were a potato, you’d be a sweet potato

100. Would you mind giving me a pinch? You’re so cute, I must be dreaming.

101. If I had a time machine, I’d use it to relive this exact moment.

102. They say nothing lasts forever. Want to be my nothing?

103. Guess what I’m wearing? The smile you gave me.

104. Are your parents bakers? Because you’re a cutie pie.

105. I had a good pickup line ready to go, but you’re so good-looking I’m literally speechless.

106. I think there’s something wrong with my phone. Could you call it and see if it works?

107. If you were a chicken, you’d be “im-peck-able.”

108. Anyone who says Disney is the happiest place on earth has never stood next to you.

109. Are you a time traveler? Because I can see you in my future.

111. I’m not a photographer but I can picture you and me together.

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