Get him actually talking.

Skip the one-word answers. These questions make any guy open up — whether it's a crush, a date, or someone new.

The easy openers.

What are you weirdly passionate about? What's the best thing you've done this year? Dogs or cats — defend it.

The ones that reveal.

What's something you're proud of but rarely mention? What's your idea of a perfect weekend?

The slightly deeper ones.

What's something that instantly makes you respect someone? What's a goal you're quietly chasing?

Try them on someone new.

The best way to get good at conversation is to have more of them. Match with a guy and start asking.

Chat with someone new