Say Goodbye to ‘Hey’: 10 Funny Ways to Kick Off a Chat

Hey there! I’m one of the bloggers on this site who’s talked to way too many strangers online (for fun and research, promise). If there’s one thing I’ve learned, it’s that starting a chat with just “hey” is the fastest way to get skipped—unless the person is incredibly bored or incredibly generous.

So if you’re ready to level up your icebreaker game, here are 10 funny, weird, and actually effective conversation starters that can make people want to keep talking to you. Use them wisely.

1. “Do you think pigeons have group chats when we’re not looking?”

It’s random. It’s silly. It makes people pause and smile. Bonus points if they follow up with an even crazier theory.

2. “If we were in a spy movie, what would your code name be?”

This one’s playful and lets them show off their creativity. Plus, it sets the stage for an ongoing joke.

3. “Be honest: how many times have you practiced your ‘Hi’ face before clicking Start?”

Because we’ve all done it. This self-aware question instantly breaks the awkward tension.

4. “I just escaped from a cult of people who only communicate through emojis. Teach me how to use words again.”

This one’s so out there, it usually gets a laugh or a “WHAT?!” Either way, you’ve got a reaction.

5. “If you had to survive a zombie apocalypse with one snack, what would it be?”

The weirder the better. This one tends to bring out passionate snack takes—and bonding over chips is a real thing.

6. “Do you think your webcam is judging you right now? Because mine definitely is.”

A little self-deprecating humor goes a long way. Makes you relatable and funny right off the bat.

7. “Let’s pretend we’re long-lost twins. What’s our shared origin story?”

Suddenly, it’s improv night. People love inventing stories, and this one opens up creative silliness.

8. “What’s the weirdest thing you’ve ever eaten during a video call?”

It’s both weird and practical. It leads into food talk—which is the gateway to any great conversation.

9. “Can you help me settle a debate? Is cereal a soup?”

Controversial? Maybe. Hilarious and oddly philosophical? Absolutely.

10. “Okay, quick: alien abduction or time travel—which one would you rather experience and why?”

A little sci-fi never hurts. This one sparks imagination and often leads to funny tangents.

Be Bold, Be Weird, Be You

Let’s be real—starting a convo online is awkward for everyone. But the people who stand out? They’re the ones who lean into the weird, the funny, the unexpected.

So next time you’re tempted to type “hey,” stop yourself. Try one of these instead. Worst case, you make someone smile. Best case? You start a chat you’ll never forget.

And hey… if you’re trying these out on a platform like Omegle.Live, even better. Because the more you stand out, the better the connections you’ll make. Happy chatting!