The best Hinge questions for pairing season.

The dating app Hinge has established itself as a leader in using "prompts" or suggested phrases, to the point where other platforms have begun to adopt this practice. In a context where empty profiles and heavily edited photos are no longer sufficient, today's singles are looking to learn more about people before giving a "like."

In 2023, Hinge shared the 25 phrases that most frequently generate conversation. As this year's coupling season approaches, the results have been updated. The top 25 phrases based on their ability to spark dialogues in October 2024 are:

1. I go crazy for — this phrase is now number 1, rising from third place last year.
2. My simple pleasures
3. The way to win me over is — which held the top spot the previous year.
4. Together, we could — this phrase has entered the top 5, rising from ninth place.
5. Typical Sunday — also made it into the top 5, previously in ninth position.
6. This year, I really want to
7. A life goal of mine
8. I'm looking for
9. Dating me is like — now in the top 10.
10. We'll get along if
11. My most irrational fear — is no longer in the top 10 this year.
12. I'm convinced that
13. My greatest strength
14. I want someone who
15. Unusual skills
16. My Love Language is
17. I'm weirdly attracted to
18. The key to my heart is
19. What if I told you that
20. I recently discovered that
21. The one thing you should know about me is
22. I'll fall for you if
23. I won't shut up about
24. I geek out on — a new addition to the list, which ousted the previous 25th place: "I bet you can't."
25. All I ask is that you

According to Hinge's director of relationship science, these "prompts" provide potential matches a glimpse into the more playful and vulnerable parts of a person. They represent an opportunity to share values and interests and showcase personal quirks. It's recommended to avoid one-word answers; if you're looking for a serious partner, whether for something temporary or long-term, it's better to take more time crafting your responses, as this can lead to deeper conversations.