9 Simple Ways to Talk Nerdy to Someone

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Learn to hit on geeks and make casual nerdy banter
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“Talk nerdy to me” is a play on the phrase “Talk dirty to me,” but how do you actually do it? If you want to impress the cute nerd in your science class or woo the geek in your life, speaking their nerdy love language is a good place to start. To help you be more adorkable, we’ve done a deep dive into the world of geekery. Read on for a crash course in nerd-speak!

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Science and physics

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    Because I definitely want to date you.” If you’ve seen The Big Bang Theory , then you already know—science/physics nerds are the best nerds. And since science and physics are such vast topics, the possibilities for nerdy talk are (theoretically) endless. [1] Try these pickup lines on your favorite lab geek:
    • "Girl, I’ve got my ion you." [2]
    • "Is there a science room nearby, or am I just picking up on our chemistry?”
    • "New plan: let’s convert our potential energy into kinetic energy."
    • "Forget hydrogen! You’re my number one element." [3]
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Mathematics

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    Can math actually be...sexy? Judging by the wealth of math-related pickup lines out there, it has absolute value! If your favorite nerd excels at math, algebra, or calculus, try plugging one of these solutions into their equation:
    • "My love is like a fractal...it goes on forever." [4]
    • "Are you the square root of 2? Because I feel irrational around you." [5]
    • "Hopefully, we aren’t parallel lines—it would be tragic if we never met." [6]
    • "You must be a 90-degree angle...because you are looking all right!" [7]
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Outer space

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    The love that nerds have for outer space is just like the universe itself – infinite. If you have a cosmic connection with a space geek, one of these lines might convince them to love you to the moon and back (or, at the very least, they’ll crack up laughing):
    • "Hey...nice asteroids." [8]
    • "You must be a star because I can’t stop orbiting you." [9]
    • "I’m ready to explore that celestial body!"
    • "If gravity stopped existing, I would still fall for you." [10]
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Technology

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    If you’re crushing on a techie, they’ll appreciate it if you use a love language engineered especially for them! And when it comes to puns, there’s only one rule: the cheesier, the better. Check these out:
    • "Who needs Google? You're everything I'm searching for." [11]
    • "You can unzip my files any time!"
    • "You’re even hotter than the bottom of my laptop." [12]
    • "Hi, I’m Windows—can I crash at your place?" [13]
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Video games

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    If you want to get to the next level with a gamer, you have to get their attention first. Considering how focused they can be on their game, that’s easier said than done! Give one of these silly lines a try:
    • "You and me. Tomorrow. My fort.”
    • "I need experience points. Will you help me out?"
    • "Wanna go on a side quest...to the bedroom?” [14]
    • "There's something wrong with my auto-aim! Because I can't take my eyes off you."
    • "You are definitely my Final Fantasy.” [15]
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Star Wars

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    Jedi are tough nuts to crack! If you’re crushing on a Star Wars nerd, you may need to use the Force to woo them effectively. Luckily, your midi-chlorian count is high and you’re up for the challenge. Try one of these Yoda-approved pickup lines, you will:
    • "I find your lack of nudity...disturbing."
    • "Wanna take a spin on my Millenium Falcon?"
    • "You’re the Obi-Wan for me."
    • "Let’s get hoth and heavy!"
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Star Trek

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    If you’re lucky enough to find another Star Trek nerd, beaming up your hottie won’t be a problem. Charm the plasma conduits off them with one of these lines inspired by the final frontier:
    • "Not even the Borg could reach your level of perfection."
    • "Wanna breach my warp core?"
    • "I find you very attractive. Would you care to see my kingdom?” [16]
    • "My multi-phasic trans-dimensional inducer method is guaranteed to complete your cycle of operations.” [17]
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Lord of the Rings

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    If you’re looking for one pickup line to rule them all, look no further. Take your crush there and back again with one of these LoTR references:
    • "Are you Smaug? Because you look like you have treasure in your cave."
    • "Better watch out – I’m about to rescue you from Lonely Mountain."
    • "What do you say we go back to my place and light the beacons of Gondor?” [18]
    • "Are you from Mordor? Because you’re melting my precious." [19]
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Harry Potter

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    Do you want to be like a Nimbus 2000 and sweep your crush off their feet? Of course you do! Here are a few ways to let that special someone know you belong in the same house at Hogwarts:
    • "Let’s manage some mischief together. I solemnly swear I’m up to no good."
    • "Baby, you have the portkey to my heart."
    • "You must play Quidditch; I know a Keeper when I see one!" [20]
    • "How would you like to be my horcrux?" [21]
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