Yes, pick up lines can be effective sometimes if executed correctly. However, before you attempt a pick-up line you need to read the situation first. Does the person look like they want to be approached? Do they have open body language? Are they making eye contact? If they have closed body language then it’s highly likely they do not want to be approached so a pick-up line is simply not going to work no matter how good it is.
In What Situations Might They Work? (Opening Line in A Dating App Message? Approaching Someone at A Bar? First Flirty Text to A Crush?)
If after a quick assessment you decide the person might want to be approached then is the time to try your pick-up line. There is no hard and fast rule with pick up lines as every person is different and will react differently. Having said that if you can get the other person to laugh, you’re off to a good start. You just have to determine whether it’s a genuine laugh or a nervous leave me alone laugh. There is a big difference! Silly or corny pick-up lines are generally a safe route to go down. Say your line and judge the response. If they actively engage then try asking them a follow up open question such as what have you been up to today?
What Do You Think Makes an Effective Pickup Line? Humor? Cleverness/Witness? Originality?
Humor, originality and corny pick-up lines tend to work best as at the very least they make the person laugh.
What Are Some “Don’ts” To Keep in Mind for Trying Pickup Lines?
Don’t be crude, rude or make reference to sex. Most of the time that is a big turnoff especially for women. It’s creepy and women do not like it. In some cases, it can make them feel incredibly vulnerable and unsafe. You don’t want to come across a s a predator.
Any Other Advice for Guys on Pickup Lines?
Keep it short and gauge their reaction. Pick up on body language signals. If they look down at the floor, fold their arms, turn away or give one word answers they are not interested.
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