A collection of questions that will liven up conversations with friends. Talk themes to deepen your bond.
Looking for conversation starters that naturally liven up chats with friends? With social media everywhere, there should be plenty of shared topics.
Still, it’s not always easy to think of them, and figuring out how to ask the first question can be tricky.
So this time, we’re introducing a set of classic questions that can help deepen your conversations with friends or even spark them in the first place.
These are all questions that can reveal new sides of the other person, help you share values, and bring you closer.
Give them a try in your next conversation!
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Classic conversation topics that get friends excited (11–20)
If you compared yourself to an animal, what would you be?
A fun conversation idea that really livens things up is comparing yourself to an animal.
Because you sleep a lot, you’re a koala; you go at your own pace, so you’re a turtle; you’re quick and nimble, so you’re a squirrel—when the analogy matches someone’s image, it sparks laughter.
When people around you say things like, “Don’t you kind of seem like a panda?” you might discover sides of yourself you hadn’t noticed, which makes for delightful revelations.
Even if it’s a bit embarrassing, sharing with a laugh naturally gets the conversation flowing and creates a warm, friendly atmosphere—that’s the key.
It’s a memorable, entertaining talk idea that also gives you a chance to reflect on yourself.
What’s your favorite fashion brand?
What people value in clothing varies from person to person—some prioritize convenience, while others focus on brands.
This question asks you to think about which fashion brands you like and uses that to explore your everyday life.
The brand name that pops into your mind first can also reveal whether you lean toward luxury.
If you like the same brand, you can chat about that; if you prefer different brands, you can get excited discussing what makes each one appealing.
What’s something you’re glad you bought this year?
How about having a talk where everyone shares recent purchases they’re glad they bought and would recommend to others? Setting a theme—like items bought this year or things purchased from a specific store—makes it easier for listeners to picture the items and helps the conversation flow smoothly.
It’s also a nice bonus that you can get a sense of what each person is interested in based on the types of things they bought.
Plus, by explaining the products clearly so others can see the appeal, you can sharpen your presentation skills as well.
What’s your favorite convenience store food?
In everyday life, convenience stores are places everyone uses.
Some people go all the time, others only occasionally; how we interact with them varies, but they’re always close to our daily lives.
If the discussion topic is recommended items from convenience stores, many people can relate, and it’s likely to liven up the conversation.
By each person introducing their favorite convenience store foods, it can lead to learning about new products and paying attention to things you’ve never tried before.
As you get to know people’s food preferences and tendencies, you may deepen your understanding of them and become closer.
Who’s your favorite YouTuber or TikToker?
YouTube and TikTok are watched by many people in their daily lives, like during commutes or while cooking.
Because of that, topics about YouTubers and TikTokers tend to feel familiar and are easy to get excited about.
If you start with something like, “Do you have any YouTube channels you always watch?” the other person might be eager to join in.
It’s also a great idea to share a favorite video by saying, “You’ve got to check out this YouTuber’s video!” and discuss it while watching together.
You’ll get to learn about the other person’s preferences, too!
What subscription do you recommend?
I think many people use subscriptions for things like video and music.
How about having a discussion where everyone talks about the subscriptions they use and what they recommend? Even the standard music and video services come in several varieties, each with slightly different features, so through the conversation you might find one that suits you.
There are also a wide range of lifestyle subscriptions out there—like cosmetics or food—so it could be a chance to discover something new.
It might also be fun to look into unusual options, like housing subscriptions or puzzle/mystery subscriptions, and use those as conversation starters.
Classic topics that always get friends excited (21–30)
Any fun facts about your hometown?
This is an easy-to-use conversation topic when your friends are from various places.
You can deepen your understanding of each person’s hometown or the place they grew up, while also learning about regional differences—that’s the appeal.
Highlight your hometown from various angles, such as cultural differences by region, the history of the place, or famous people from the same area.
Narrowing down the theme and debating whose hometown is superior could make for a heated and lively discussion.
It’s a conversation topic that tests how much love you have for your hometown and how well you understand it.