How to Make a Girl Laugh Over Text: Flirty & Funny Example Messages

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When you want to connect with your girlfriend or even a crush, humor is always a great idea. Laughter can reduce her stress, boost her mood, and, ultimately, bring you two closer together. Whether you’re in person or texting, you get to brighten her day from afar, which can make her like you more. Plus, we spoke with relationship experts to help you say or text something that really helps you make a connection. Down below, we’ve pulled together a list of text and things to say that will cause your girl to literally LOL!

Funny Texts to Make Girl Laugh

  1. “Are you a loan? ‘Cause you’ve got my interest. 😇💵”
  2. “I asked my dog to solve two minus two. He didn’t say anything. 🐶”
  3. “Did you know that cows have regional accents? 🐄”
  4. “Hey, I just met you. And this is crazy…” – Carly Rae Jepsen.
  5. “I’m pretty sure the bags under my eyes could be seen from space today 🪐😴”
  6. “Cows lose their jobs as milk prices continue to drop 🥛💰”
Section 1 of 6:

Making Her Laugh Over Text

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  1. The surprise of seeing your message changes up the pattern of their day in a delightful way that makes them laugh. [1] Take a moment to consider whether your text’s recipient will feel comfortable with your corny, unserious advances, and then consider trying out one of the examples below. Just be careful that you aren’t being vulgar or insulting and that your flirty jokes don’t cross the line, which can make you seem creepy.
    • “Are you a loan? ‘Cause you’ve got my interest. 😇💵”
    • “What’s your Instagram? My parents said I should follow my dreams. 😴 ”
    • “Do you believe in love at first sight? Because I can walk by again. 😻😽”
  2. Dad jokes are known for their goofiness and predictability. Whether it’s because they’re actually funny or they’re so far from it you can’t help laughing, these jokes are a comedic staple. They’re also super easy to deliver via text! Just keep them short and punchy and leave a little pause before sending the punchline to use good comedic timing…and get a bigger laugh. [2] Try sending your crush one of the options below.
    • “What do you call a factory that makes okay products? A satisfactory. 🏭”
    • “I don’t trust stairs. They’re always up to something. 😂😂”
    • “I asked my dog to solve two minus two. He didn’t say anything. 🐶”
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  3. Humor is all about taking people by surprise in a fun, comfortable way! Dating and relationship coach Suzanna Mathews says, “All you have to do is just say, ‘Hey, random, quick question,’ or, ‘Hey, random thought.’ And when you…post it with the word random; you pretty much have permission to bring up anything from the migration patterns of Wales to whatever you want to talk about.” [3] Plus, if your crush looks at her phone and finds a completely random message from you, it just might get you a laugh.
    • Try sending a surprising fact without context, like, “Did you know that cows have regional accents? 🐄”
    • Or, go with this hilarious piece of trivia, “You know, in Switzerland, it’s illegal to own just one guinea pig. 🐹”
    • Send over a funny comment without warning, like, “I wonder how Ariel’s hair was always dry immediately after she came out of the ocean in The Little Mermaid. 🤔”
  4. Pick something that both of you have heard or seen. At first, she’ll probably be a bit confused. But when she realizes you’ve played a little prank, she’ll be surprised and hopefully amused! She may even join in, responding to your message with the next lyric or quote.
    • Start a faux-dramatic convo with some well-known Adele lyrics, “Hello. It’s me. I was wondering if, after all these years, you’d like to meet.”
    • If she’s a Napoleon Dynamite fan, you could quote the movie’s hero by responding with, “Whatever I feel like I wanna do, gosh!” when they ask what you’re doing on a given day.
    • And, of course, Carly Rae Jepsen's lyrics make for a classic text prank. Start with, “Hey, I just met you. And this is crazy…” Wait for her to respond before you finish the super famous chorus!
  5. This strategy, referred to as a callback, will take a little attention to detail and strategic thinking because it’s like a joke happening in slow motion. You set it up, let some time pass, and then drop a punchline. [4] Suddenly bringing back an old topic can cause serious, side-splitting laughter.
    • If your conversation has referenced a movie/TV show protagonist, say something like, “I bet [character’s name] wouldn’t have this problem.” This would work well after mentioning a small challenge in your day, like stepping in gum.
    • If she mentions a musician she adores, you could reference the artist jokingly later on like this, “I’m pretty good at basketball. In fact, I’m sort of like the [musician’s name] of basketball.”
  6. An inside joke is a joke that would only be understood by a specific group of people…or even just 2 people! [5] Remember that time the two of you absolutely lost it over something silly? You can use this special, outside information to be funny in your current conversation. Consider whether or not you and your texting partner have ongoing inside jokes that you could reference through text.
    • If not, reflect on a moment when the two of you laughed your heads off together. This could be the start of an inside joke!
    • Choose a detail of that experience and find a way to reference it in conversation. If she’s seen you take a comical trip down the stairs, for instance, try sending a photo of some steps in front of you. Include a message like, “Oh no, it’s my nemesis! The stairs!”
  7. When she asks what you did that day, don’t just say, “Nothing much.” Exaggerate your answer to get a laugh, says dating coach Imad Jbara. He adds, “I'll say something like, ‘You know, the usual. Just saved a group of kids from a burning bush and helped an old lady across the street. How about you?’” [6]
    • Make your overstatement so over-the-top that your girl will never believe it, but it might make her laugh.
    • So, say she comments on the cold weather. You could say, “I know it’s cold. I just saw the abominable snowman walking down 4th street, and he was shivering!”
    • Or, say she’s tired and messages that she wants to go home and sleep. You could follow up with, “Totally. I’m pretty sure the bags under my eyes could be seen from space today.”
  8. Sticking to your real life can add extra depth to the best jokes. Brainstorm some of your stories that have gotten big laughs in the past. [7] Then share your funniest stories with your girlfriend or crush to make her laugh.
    • You could even try exaggerating details throughout your story to make for a hilariously dramatic retelling of a past event.
    • If you’re having trouble deciding what stories are worth telling, reflect on some of your first-time experiences or moments with surprising challenges.
    • This could be anything from your first day at work to your failed attempts to learn Russian.
  9. Sure, most of the news you’ll see during a given week is serious and decidedly unfunny, but that’s not always the case! Search “funny news headlines” and choose one that makes you laugh. Just try to avoid subjects like politics and religion until you know her better. Humor should be fun for everyone. [8] If you aren’t careful about the subject you pick, you may offend her.
    • Crack her up with snapshots of silly headlines, like, “Cows lose their jobs as milk prices continue to drop,” or “A blooming plant that reeks of gym socks and rotting garbage has thousands lining up for a whiff.”
  10. A funny impression is a great way to crack a girl up, but it can be tricky to do over text. The solution? Just record a voice memo of you doing your best impression. Whether you’ve got a super realistic impression in your repertoire or one that’s so bad it’s funny, it can get a big laugh from your crush. You could even try using her name during the impression to make it even funnier.
    • Send a message saying, “Hello, have a good day!” in Scooby’s voice from Scooby Doo.
    • Send a message in the voice of Stich from Lilo and Stich , saying, “Hope you crush it at work today!”
  11. For people close to you, it’s a safe bet that what makes you laugh will make them laugh, too. Dating Coach John Keegan says that “you can just DM them that [funny link] or copy and paste it into their messenger and say, ‘This made me laugh, or ‘This inspired me,’ and just send it over.” [9] Plus, by going with a viral video or tweet, you’re certain to have a well-endorsed, comedic hit on your hands. As a bonus, choose something that you know will really suit the person you’re sending the link to.
    • If you know your crush likes slapstick humor, choose a funny video of someone slipping on ice.
    • If she’s completely obsessed with cats, select a silly video of a kitten stealing its owner’s food.
    • Remember, messages that contain positive comments help to communicate effectively.
    • Matchmaker and dating coach Michelle Jacoby recommends staying warm and enthusiastic and keeping things lighthearted and fun. She adds, “As a rule of thumb—whether it's in person or online—I think positive comments are really important.” [10]
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Making a Girl Laugh in Person

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  1. Physical humor can be anything from an eye roll to pretending to run into a door. These motions or expressions help you add more humor to your words. [11] Physical humor is also something most people can relate to. We’ve all tripped or grimaced, so we understand the emotions behind the actions.
    • Another way to use physical humor is to say something and then make a face or movement that says exactly the opposite of your words. For example, say something like, “I really love serious, depressing movies,” while shaking your head no.
    • Reader Poll: We asked 123 wikiHow readers if they think humor is effective for starting a conversation with a girl, and 82% of them said yes. [Take Poll]
  2. Witty banter is a great way to say something funny and flirty at the same time. The idea is to make it personal and good-natured, so smile and use a non-aggressive tone of voice. [12] .
    • Banter might include playful teasing, clever comebacks, funny observations, or self-deprecating humor.
    • Some people use friendly sarcasm or a dose of irony to make their banter more fun.
    • Be careful if you use sarcasm . It’s easy for sarcastic comments to seem mean or harsh when you meant to be playful.
  3. Try playing a silly game like a thumb war or have a staring contest . These types of games can make her laugh—have you ever not cracked up during a staring contest? But even more, making strong eye contact and touching a person skin to skin—like in a thumb war—releases the “love hormone” oxytocin. [13]
    • Oxytocin is associated with trust, arousal, and relationship building. [14]
    • Plus, a friendly competition is just plain fun .
  4. Situational or observational comedy is when you find humor in what’s happening around you. It’s about noticing what’s going on and offering a different—and funny—perspective. This type of humor is also more likely to land because the girl is in the same situation, so she’ll automatically relate to your joke. [15]
    • You have to be observant to use this type of humor, so keep your eyes open and your head on a swivel.
    • By using situational humor and the environment, you can make your conversation more casual, says Jbara. [16]
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More Flirty & Funny Text Examples to Make Her Laugh

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  1. Laughter is an attractive trait that promotes bonding and strengthens relationships. [17] So, send her one of these flirty, funny texts to make her laugh…and like you that much more!
    • “Are you a banana?🍌 Because I find you a-peeling!😆😆”
    • “I doughnut want to glaze over the fact that I like you a hole lot.🍩”
    • “Can I call you Chapstick? Because you’re da balm!”
    • “If you were a fruit, you’d be a fineapple.”
    • “I really want tacos🌮🌮…and a cute girl to eat them with! 😝”
    • “Do you know how much a penguin weighs? Enough to break the ice! Hi there!😊”
    • “Alright. I texted you. What are your other 2 wishes?”
    • “Have you been to the doctor? It seems like you need some Vitamin Me.”
    • “I called 911…You’re under arrest for being too cute.”
    • “Do you fish? Because I’m totally hooked 🤪”
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Funny Games to Play Over Text

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  1. Playing games is a great way to avoid awkward silences while out on a date. Plus, adding a little friendly competition to the evening is a tried-and-true flirting technique. Try one of these games to have a few laughs as you break the ice.
    • 2 Truths & a Lie – Take turns sharing two true facts and one lie about yourself. Let her try to guess which is the lie. The crazier the truths and lies, the better!
    • Truth or Dare – Take turns choosing a truth or a dare. For a truth, ask a question she must answer honestly. For a dare, you have to dare them to do something.
    • Would You Rather – Take turns asking each other to choose between 2 crazy scenarios, like, “Would you rather sweat maple syrup or cry lemon juice?”
    • Emoji Movie Translation – Take turns sending each other a string of emojis that represents a movie. They have to translate the emojis to figure out what movie you're portraying. Send something like, “👓⚡🔐🐍📕 | ⚡🧙🐍 | 🧹⚡💥🐍” for Harry Potter & The Chamber of Secrets .
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How to Win a Girl Over with Texts

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  1. Once you’ve sent her a funny text that gave her a chuckle, pat yourself on the back! But making her laugh is just the first step toward winning her heart. Here are a few ways you can keep the conversation going and really get to know her.
    • Ask her questions about her opinions, hobbies, and interests. Try open-ended questions that need more than 1 or 2 words to answer, like, “I heard you’re a big reader. Can you tell me a little about the last really great book you read?”
    • When she talks, make sure you give her your undivided attention. That means answer her right away and don’t get distracted by a TV show or video game while you’re texting.
    • Give her a low-key compliment that focuses on her personality, skills, and character instead of looks. Compliments about something she does are often more meaningful than ones about her appearance.
    • Playfully tease her to flirt in a fun, laid-back way. Just make sure she knows you’re just kidding. Text something like, “Wait. You don’t know who Baby Yoda is? Have you been locked in a basement for the last 5 years?😜🤣”
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FAQs about Making Her Laugh

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  1. Jacoby recommends staying away from scripts or pickup lines. “I think when you're meeting people in person, the most important thing is to just be authentically yourself. And that could mean walking over and saying, “I noticed you, and I just wanted to come over and say ‘hi.’” [18]
    • Try asking her some open-ended questions that need more than a 1-2 word answer.
    • Ask for her opinion on a popular movie, TV show, or book.
    • See if she has any interests or hobbies and ask her questions about them, like, “What do you find most interesting about Medieval recipes?” or “How difficult was it to learn how to make stained glass art?”
  2. The best way to avoid being cheesy is just to be yourself and let the conversation flow naturally. Try to avoid clichés or forcing a joke you memorized into the conversation. Jacoby suggests, “Just being friendly is all it takes. I don't think you have to be super smooth or rehearsed all the time.” [19]
    • However, there’s nothing wrong with being a little cheesy from time to time if that’s the kind of humor you both like.
  3. Jacoby says text messaging doesn't really have any tone. You need to watch for—and use— words like “awesome” and “you know.” [20] Exclamation points and smiley faces really give texts a little bit of tone that can suggest she’s enthusiastic and enjoying the conversation.
    • Another thing to look for is the use of emojis, especially 😆😂🤣😝😃😁.
    • While you can’t know for sure if she’s laughing or smiling, it’s usually a good sign when she continues to text with you…including replying with her own jokes and banter.
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WikiFoxChaser795
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Hey there everyone! I’m just going to cut right to the chase: I suck at talking to girls over text. I feel like I’m pretty good at chatting IRL where I can read the other person’s body language and tone, but over text I’ve been told I’m staler than an old breadstick. I’m just not good at texting. I just got the number of a girl I think I’m into but I really don’t want to drop the ball when I hit her up. Give me your best topics, convo starters, or lines!
Imad Jbara
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My biggest tip is to be illogical and fun. I always say that the main purpose of texting initially is just to set up a date or phone call.

What a lot of people do is they try to get to know people through text immediately, which kind of sounds like what you’re doing. That just makes it more difficult for you to really develop a stronger, deeper relationship or connection because a lot of things can get misconstrued over text. You don't understand the person's kind of tone, their jokes are harder to read over text, and it’s too easy to say something that accidentally offends the other person.

So, when you say something like, “Hey, how are you?” and then they say, “Fine” you’ve just sort of killed the conversation. What I'll usually do is say something like, “I just saw a group of kids help the old lady across the street and it reminded me of brighter days!” Just mix it up. Keep her on her toes, be a little random, and use texting as a way to set up a date. Don’t treat texting like a goal on its own!
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Just like with in person conversations, the key to having text conversations is being genuinely interested in what the other person has to say. Practice "active listening" (or reading in this case haha) by reading over her texts a couple times and responding thoughtfully to what she says.

Ask her about herself and her likes and dislikes. Pay attention to what she says so you can ask follow-up questions or reference things she's told you later. So, say you met in a bar and played a round of pool. When you text her, say something like, "I had a great time with you last night! How'd you get so good at pool?"
If she mentioned what she does for work, say, "How'd you get into that field?"
You can also just ask her basic questions like, "What's one move you could watch over and over?" "What are you listening to these days?" "What's your idea of a perfect date?" "What's the best thing that happened to you today?"

After she shares about herself, if you have related experiences or facts about yourself to share, then do! But avoid having your conversation become an interview. Don't just rapid fire ask her questions. Let the conversation flow naturally.
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    Learn how to write with tone. Use exclamation points and smiley faces. Positive comments, Messages that have positive comments, and convey enthusiasm and warmth help in effective communication.
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