How to Ask a Girl for Her Number in a Funny Way

Co-authored by Imad Jbara and Hannah Madden

Last Updated: September 28, 2021 References

If you’re vibing with a girl and your conversation is wrapping up, you might want to ask for her number. Coming outright and asking is fine, but it’s not very witty or entertaining. Instead, try a funny approach to get her number and make her laugh at the same time.^{[1]
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Here are 10 funny, lighthearted ways you can ask a girl for her number.

1

“I lost my number. Can I have yours?”

This is a great joke that will catch her off guard. Have your cell with a new contact option opened so it only takes a second to type in. You can use this line on a complete stranger or someone you’ve known for a little while.^{[2]
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“Something’s wrong with my phone! Your number isn’t in it.”

Pretend like your phone is broken to get her attention. When she asks what’s wrong with it, tell her that the only way to fix it is to add her number. This line is even funnier if your phone is actually cracked or broken in some way!^{[3]
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“Could you hold my phone? Oh, and add your number, too!”

Do this while you’re tying your shoe or fixing your hair. Have the “add contact” screen up and ready before you hand your phone over so it’s ready to go. She’ll probably chuckle as she adds her name and number into your phone.^{[4]
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- This is a good line to use on a girl you’ve talked to a few times before. You might not want to hand your phone off to a complete stranger.^{[5]
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“How will I propose to you if I don’t have your number?”

If you’ve been flirting for a while, try this line. Some girls might think this is a little cheesy, but others will appreciate the fact that you’re thinking of them as a long-term relationship. She might blush a little as she puts your number in her phone.^{[6]
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- Try using this line after you two have already been chatting for a bit. That way, she knows it’s genuine.

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“I added your name to my contacts. Just missing the number.”

Use this one after you’ve both introduced yourself. If you don’t know her that well, you can just put her first name into a new contacts option. Then, hand her your phone so she can input the rest of her info.^{[7]
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“Could you send me a text to see if my phone’s working?”

Get her number on the sly with this line. Tell her your number and then ask her to send you a quick text. When she does, you can tell her that your phone is working and thank her for giving her your number. Try something like:^{[8]
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- “Yup, it’s working. And now I have your number so we can chat later! Thanks.”

7

“I’d give you my number first, but I have trust issues.”

Say this with a little wink and a smile. You can tease her into giving you her number first so you don’t even have to ask. Try this line after you two have been flirting and chatting for a bit.^{[9]
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- If you’re using this line over text, add a smiley face at the end so she knows you’re kidding around.

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“We might be able to get along after all. What’s your number?”

Pretend like you thought you weren’t going to like her at first. If you two have shared a bit of back-and-forth banter already, take it to the next level when you ask for her number. That way, she’ll know you’re a goofy and fun-loving guy.^{[10]
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- Your tone can really make or break this line. Be sure to smile and chuckle a little as you say it so she doesn’t think you’re serious.

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"You were about to ask for my number, weren't you?”

Tease her in a fun, flirty way. If your conversation is wrapping up, pretend like she was going to ask you for your number. Then, you can either ask for hers or put yours into her phone.^{[11]
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- You could also say something like, “I’ll save you the trouble and just give you my number now.”

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“Can you fill out this form for me?”

Hand over a sheet of paper with 7 empty spaces on it. When she asks what the spaces are for, tell her to write her number down for you. If she likes your gimmick, she’ll give you her number so you two can chat later.^{[12]
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- If you don’t have paper with you, just hand over your phone open to a new contacts option instead.

Expert Q&A

Question

Is it weird to ask for someone's number?

Imad Jbara
Dating Coach
Imad Jbara is a Dating Coach for NYC Wingwoman LLC, a relationship coaching service based in New York City. 'NYC Wingwoman' offers matchmaking, wingwoman services, 1-on-1 Coaching, and intensive weekend bootcamps. Imad services 100+ clients, men and women, to improve their dating lives through authentic communication skills. He has a BA in Psychology from the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth.

Imad Jbara

Dating Coach

Expert Answer

Not necessarily! Try to have a specific reason in mind when you ask—if you were both talking about your favorite TV shows, you might say "Could I have your number? I'd love to text you once the new season premieres next week."