250+ Put a Finger Down Questions (Every Friend Group Needs to Try)

You know that moment when you’re scrolling through TikTok and suddenly everyone’s playing the same game? Well, “Put a Finger Down” has officially become that trend, and honestly, we’re completely obsessed! If you haven’t jumped on this bandwagon yet, you’re seriously missing out on some of the best laughs you’ll have with your friends.

So what’s all the hype about? It’s actually pretty simple – you start with all ten fingers up, and someone reads off scenarios. Every time something applies to you, you put a finger down. The goal? See how many fingers you have left by the end, and trust me, you’ll be shocked at what you learn about your friends (and yourself!).

The best part is how this game brings people together. Whether you’re at a sleepover, hanging out virtually, or just trying to kill time between classes, these questions will have everyone cracking up and sharing stories they never thought they’d admit to. I’ve organized everything into different themed editions so you can pick what vibe you’re going for.

Ready to see how well you really know your squad? Let’s dive in, and don’t forget to drop a comment telling me how many fingers you had left!

General Edition: Let’s Start With the Classics

Time to ease into this with some questions that’ll get everyone comfortable! These are the perfect mix of relatable and surprising – you know, the kind that make you go “wait, EVERYONE has done that?”

Put a finger down if you…

Have ever pretended to be asleep when someone called your name
Have checked behind the shower curtain before using the bathroom
Have practiced conversations in your head before having them

Have googled yourself at least once
Have pretended to know a song just to fit in
Have forgotten someone’s name immediately after being introduced

Have taken a screenshot of your own social media to show someone
Have fake laughed at a joke you didn’t understand
Have pretended your phone was dead to avoid talking to someone

Have rehearsed ordering food before going to a restaurant
Have tried to look cool while walking past a group of people
Have pretended to read something on your phone to avoid eye contact

Have made up an excuse to leave a boring conversation
Have checked your appearance in every reflective surface you pass
Have ever been scared of butterflies or other “cute” animals

Have talked to your pets like they’re humans
Have created fake scenarios in your head where you’re the hero
Have googled “how to be cool” or something similar

Have pretended to be busy when someone you didn’t want to see spotted you
Have spent more than 30 minutes choosing what to wear for something casual
Have ever eaten food that fell on the floor (5-second rule!)

Have made a wish at 11:11
Have had an imaginary friend past the age of 8
Have ever been genuinely afraid of clowns

Have tried to learn a TikTok dance by yourself
Have ever thought someone was waving at you but they were waving at someone behind you
Have pretended to be on the phone to avoid an awkward situation

Have ever fallen asleep during a movie everyone said was “amazing”
Have googled something you were too embarrassed to ask out loud
Have ever laughed so hard you snorted

How many fingers do you have left? I bet it’s fewer than you expected! The general questions always get people because they’re so universally relatable.

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Best Friends Edition: Time to Spill the Tea

This section is where things get interesting! These questions are designed to reveal those friendship secrets and inside jokes that make your bond special. Get ready for some serious “OMG, you too?!” moments.

Put a finger down if you…

Have a group chat where you talk about someone not in the group chat
Have ever lied to one friend to hang out with another friend

Have borrowed something from a friend and “forgot” to return it
Have pretended to like your friend’s boyfriend/girlfriend when you really didn’t
Have gossiped about a friend to another friend

Have been jealous of your best friend’s other friendships
Have ever felt left out when your friends hung out without you
Have screenshot a friend’s text to send to another friend

Have made plans with someone else when your friend canceled last minute
Have pretended to be happy for a friend when you were actually jealous
Have talked bad about a friend’s ex after they got back together

Have kept a secret that you were dying to tell
Have ever been the “therapist friend” in your group
Have been in a friend group where you felt like the outsider sometimes

Have had a friend who copied everything you did
Have ever been embarrassed by something your friend did in public
Have covered for a friend when they lied to their parents

Have been secretly relieved when your friend’s relationship ended
Have compared yourself to your friends on social media
Have had a friend who always made everything about themselves

Have been in a friendship that felt more like competition
Have had a falling out with a friend over something really stupid
Have been the friend who always takes the group photos

Have had a friend date someone you had a crush on
Have been part of friend drama that could’ve been solved with one conversation
Have felt like you were trying harder in the friendship than they were

Have had a friend who never paid you back for anything
Have been the mediator in your friend group’s fights
Have had different personalities with different friend groups

Have kept being friends with someone even though you’d outgrown the friendship

Ouch, some of these probably hit a little too close to home! But that’s what makes friendships real – we’ve all been through the messy stuff together.

Questions to ask your best friends can help you dive even deeper into these important relationships in your life.

Relationship Edition: Love, Crushes, and Everything in Between

Whether you’re single, taken, or it’s complicated, these relationship questions are going to call you out! From awkward first dates to social media stalking, we’re covering all the romantic chaos of modern dating.

Put a finger down if you…

Have stalked your crush’s social media for more than an hour

Have practiced asking someone out in the mirror
Have pretended to like something just to impress someone you liked
Have changed your route to class/work hoping to “accidentally” run into your crush

Have analyzed every single text from someone you liked for hidden meanings
Have made your friends stalk your crush’s social media with you
Have liked an old photo on your crush’s Instagram by accident

Have created fake scenarios in your head about your future with your crush
Have googled your crush + your name to see how it would look
Have had a crush on someone who was completely wrong for you

Have been on a date that was so bad you wanted to escape through the bathroom window
Have pretended to be busy when someone you weren’t interested in asked you out
Have had a crush on your friend’s sibling

Have written in a diary about someone you liked
Have made a playlist thinking about someone specific
Have had a rebound relationship that you knew wasn’t going anywhere

Have stayed in a relationship longer than you should have
Have broken up with someone over text (or been broken up with over text)
Have had an “it’s complicated” relationship status that actually was complicated

Have been jealous of your partner’s friendships
Have checked your partner’s phone without them knowing
Have pretended to be okay with something in a relationship when you really weren’t

Have had a long-distance relationship
Have dated someone your friends didn’t approve of
Have had a crush on a teacher, boss, or someone completely off-limits

Have written a love letter you never sent
Have had someone confess their feelings for you when you didn’t feel the same way
Have been friend-zoned by someone you really liked

Have had a summer romance that didn’t survive going back to school
Have fallen for someone who was already in a relationship

The relationship edition always gets people! There’s something about crushes and dating that makes us all do the most ridiculous things.

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Family Edition: The People Who Know All Your Secrets

Family dynamics are wild, and these questions prove that every family has their quirks! From sibling rivalries to those embarrassing things your parents did, let’s see how relatable your family experiences are.

Put a finger down if you…

Have been the favorite child (or thought you were)
Have been blamed for something your sibling did
Have pretended to be sick to stay home from a family event

Have been embarrassed by your parents in front of your friends
Have had a secret your family doesn’t know about
Have been compared to a sibling or cousin

Have rolled your eyes at your parents and got in trouble for it
Have hidden a bad grade from your parents
Have eavesdropped on your parents’ conversations

Have been the “responsible one” in your family
Have borrowed something from a family member without asking
Have pretended not to hear your parents calling you to do chores

Have been grounded for something you thought was totally unfair
Have had a family member embarrass you on social media
Have gotten in trouble for something you posted online

Have argued with a sibling over the TV remote
Have been forced to include your younger sibling in plans with friends
Have had your parents share an embarrassing childhood story with someone new

Have pretended to like a family member’s cooking when it was terrible
Have been the one who always gets blamed when something goes missing
Have had a family member try to set you up with someone

Have been asked “when are you getting married/having kids” at every family gathering
Have had a relative who always gives the worst gifts
Have been compared to how your parents were “at your age”

Have had your room searched by your parents
Have been the family member who always forgets important dates
Have had a family pet that you loved more than some family members

Have been forced to apologize for something you didn’t think was wrong
Have had a family member who always has to one-up your stories
Have inherited a weird family tradition that you don’t really understand

Family questions always hit different because we can’t choose our relatives, but somehow they shape who we become!

Serious questions to ask your boyfriend might help you understand how family dynamics affect relationships too.

Embarrassing Moments Edition: Prepare to Cringe

Get ready to relive some of your most mortifying memories! These questions celebrate all those moments that seemed like the end of the world at the time but are actually pretty hilarious now.

Put a finger down if you…

Have walked into a glass door thinking it was open
Have waved back at someone who wasn’t waving at you

Have called a teacher “mom” or “dad” by accident
Have tripped going up stairs in public
Have had food stuck in your teeth during an important conversation

Have accidentally sent a text about someone to that person
Have walked out of a bathroom with toilet paper stuck to your shoe
Have tried to push a door that says “pull” (or vice versa)

Have laughed at something that wasn’t meant to be funny
Have fallen asleep in class and been woken up by the teacher
Have accidentally liked someone’s post while stalking their profile

Have had your stomach growl loudly during a quiet moment
Have mispronounced a word confidently in front of people
Have walked into the wrong classroom and sat down before realizing

Have had a wardrobe malfunction in public
Have gotten caught singing or dancing when you thought you were alone
Have accidentally called someone by the wrong name for an entire conversation
Have had your voice crack at the worst possible moment
Have gotten food poisoning and had to explain why you kept leaving
Have accidentally walked into the wrong restroom
Have had your phone go off loudly during a quiet/serious moment
Have gotten caught talking to yourself
Have tried to be smooth and failed spectacularly
Have had a piece of clothing on backwards or inside out all day
Have gotten lost in a place you should know well
Have accidentally insulted someone while trying to compliment them
Have had your parent share an embarrassing story about you in front of your friends
Have pretended to understand directions and gotten completely lost
Have had an awkward encounter with someone you were trying to avoid
Have done something embarrassing while trying to impress someone

The embarrassing moments edition is always a crowd favorite because we’ve ALL been there! Plus, laughing about these experiences together makes them way less mortifying.

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Childhood Memories Edition: Back to the Good Old Days

Time to get nostalgic! These questions will take you back to simpler times when your biggest worry was what cartoon to watch next. Get ready for some serious throwback vibes!

Put a finger down if you…

Believed in Santa Claus past the age of 8
Had an imaginary friend who felt completely real to you
Were afraid of the monster under your bed or in your closet
Tried to stay awake all night and failed miserably
Built epic blanket forts in your living room
Pretended the floor was lava
Had a favorite stuffed animal you couldn’t sleep without
Believed you could become invisible by closing your eyes
Tried to dig to China in your backyard
Had a phase where you wanted to be a dinosaur/princess/superhero when you grew up
Collected something obsessively (rocks, stickers, Pokemon cards)
Believed that swallowing gum would stay in your stomach for 7 years
Thought quicksand would be a much bigger problem in adult life
Had a secret hiding spot that felt like your own private world
Believed your toys came to life when you weren’t looking
Were convinced that eating watermelon seeds would make a watermelon grow in your stomach
Had a security blanket that went everywhere with you
Thought adults had all the answers to everything
Believed that if you made a funny face, it would get stuck that way
Had an elaborate bedtime ritual that HAD to be followed exactly
Thought the ice cream truck only played music when they were out of ice cream
Were afraid of automatic toilets or hand dryers
Believed you could catch a cold by being cold
Had a phase where you refused to eat foods that were touching each other
Thought that if you were really good, you might get Hogwarts letter
Believed wrestling was completely real
Had a favorite VHS or DVD that you watched until it broke
Thought that when actors died in movies, they died in real life
Believed that chocolate milk came from brown cows
Had a teacher you thought lived at school

Childhood questions always bring out the best stories! It’s amazing how universal some of these experiences are, no matter where or when you grew up.

Hypothetical questions can help you explore those “what if” scenarios that used to occupy your childhood imagination.

School Edition: Homework, Drama, and Cafeteria Food

School life gave us some of our best and worst memories! From academic stress to social hierarchies, these questions cover all the chaos that happens between those school bells.

Put a finger down if you…

Have copied homework from someone else at the last minute
Have pretended to be sick to avoid a test you didn’t study for
Have had a crush on a teacher (even if it was just a tiny one)
Have gotten in trouble for talking during class
Have forgotten about a major assignment until the night before
Have eaten school cafeteria food and actually enjoyed it
Have been picked last for a team in gym class
Have hidden in the bathroom to avoid someone at school
Have had your phone taken away by a teacher
Have cheated on a test (even just looking at someone else’s paper)
Have fallen asleep during a boring class
Have had a locker that wouldn’t open when you were late for class
Have been part of school drama that seemed huge at the time
Have had a teacher who clearly had favorites
Have eaten lunch alone by choice because you needed a break from people
Have been assigned to work with someone you couldn’t stand
Have had your parents get called because of something you did at school
Have pretended to take notes while actually drawing or writing something else
Have been embarrassed during a presentation in front of the class
Have had a substitute teacher you could get away with anything around
Have been involved in or witnessed major cafeteria drama
Have had a friendship end over something that happened at school
Have gotten dress-coded for something you thought was totally appropriate
Have had a teacher who made class actually fun and memorable
Have been stressed about standardized tests
Have had your backpack searched by school officials
Have skipped class (even if it was just once)
Have been part of a group project where you did most of the work
Have had a school rival or someone you couldn’t stand seeing every day
Have actually learned something important about life from a teacher outside of academics

School experiences shape so much of who we become! Even if you hated it at the time, there’s something nostalgic about remembering those hallway conversations and classroom moments.

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We’re the first generation to grow up with social media, and honestly, it shows! These questions dive into all our digital habits, from Instagram anxiety to TikTok addiction.

Put a finger down if you…

Have posted a selfie and deleted it within 5 minutes
Have unfollowed someone because their posts annoyed you
Have had a different personality online than in real life
Have gotten into an argument in a comment section
Have screenshot someone’s story to send to your friends
Have checked how many likes your post got more than 10 times in an hour
Have pretended your life was more exciting than it was on social media
Have used a filter that made you look completely different
Have had FOMO from seeing other people’s posts
Have posted something when you were emotional and regretted it later
Have curated your feed to make your life look perfect
Have bought something because you saw it on social media
Have spent more than 3 hours straight on social media
Have felt bad about yourself after scrolling through social media
Have posted a “candid” photo that took 20 tries to get right
Have unfriended or blocked someone you know in real life
Have used social media to stalk an ex or their new relationship
Have posted song lyrics as your caption to seem deep
Have created a fake account to lurk on someone’s profile
Have gotten addicted to a social media trend or challenge
Have felt pressure to post something just to stay relevant
Have had someone slide into your DMs and it was weird
Have posted a throwback photo when you were feeling insecure about current photos
Have gotten jealous seeing other people’s vacation or lifestyle posts
Have had your parents embarrass you on your social media
Have posted something hoping a specific person would see it
Have changed your relationship status as a way to make a statement
Have used social media when you should have been doing something else
Have felt like you needed to document everything you did for social media
Have realized you were spending too much time on social media and tried to take a break

Social media has definitely changed how we live and interact! These questions usually spark great conversations about finding balance in our digital lives.

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Travel Edition: Adventures and Misadventures

Whether you’re a world traveler or someone who gets excited about going to the next town over, these travel questions celebrate all types of adventures and the chaos that comes with them!

Put a finger down if you…

Have gotten lost in your own city while trying to show someone around
Have packed way too much for a short trip
Have gotten travel sick (car, plane, boat, etc.)
Have forgotten something important and had to buy it at your destination
Have had a flight delayed or canceled that ruined your plans
Have gotten sunburned on the first day of a beach vacation
Have tried to take the perfect travel photo and it took forever
Have gotten homesick during a trip you were excited about
Have had food poisoning while traveling
Have gotten into an argument with travel companions
Have been to a tourist trap that was totally worth it
Have been to a tourist trap that was completely overrated
Have gotten lost using GPS or map directions
Have had your luggage lost or delayed by an airline
Have stayed in accommodation that was nothing like the photos
Have experienced major culture shock somewhere
Have tried to communicate in a language you don’t speak
Have had a travel experience that didn’t match your Instagram expectations
Have been homesick for somewhere you’ve traveled to
Have had a trip that was better than you expected
Have traveled somewhere just because it would look good on social media
Have had a vacation that felt like you needed another vacation after
Have gotten sick right before or during a big trip
Have had travel plans fall through at the last minute
Have been somewhere that completely changed your perspective
Have traveled with someone and realized you’re not compatible travelers
Have had an amazing experience in a place you didn’t expect to love
Have been somewhere that made you appreciate home more
Have had a travel disaster turn into a great story
Have promised yourself you’d travel more but haven’t followed through

Travel questions always bring out the best stories! Even the disasters usually turn into the experiences we laugh about later.

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Food & Lifestyle Edition: The Real You

Food and lifestyle choices say a lot about who we are! These questions dive into your habits, preferences, and those little quirks that make you uniquely you.

Put a finger down if you…

Have eaten cereal for dinner because you didn’t want to cook
Have ordered food delivery when you had food in the fridge
Have eaten something past its expiration date and been fine
Have pretended to like a food to seem sophisticated
Have eaten fast food and told people you made dinner at home
Have gone grocery shopping when hungry and regretted everything you bought
Have tried a diet that lasted less than a week
Have eaten ice cream straight from the container
Have ordered the same thing at a restaurant because you’re scared to try something new
Have lied about loving to cook when you actually hate it
Have eaten pizza for breakfast and felt no shame about it
Have bought expensive organic food to feel healthier
Have meal prepped with great intentions and then ordered takeout anyway
Have eaten something you dropped on the floor (5-second rule applies!)
Have pretended to be a morning person when you’re definitely not
Have bought workout clothes that you never worked out in
Have joined a gym and stopped going after a month
Have tried to be minimalist but kept buying stuff you didn’t need
Have bought something because it was on sale, not because you needed it
Have procrastinated on important tasks by cleaning or organizing
Have stayed up way too late binge-watching something
Have hit snooze more than 3 times in one morning
Have bought books you never read but felt smarter owning them
Have tried to establish a skincare routine and given up
Have bought plants and killed them within a month
Have rearranged your room at 2 AM for no real reason
Have bought expensive coffee daily instead of making it at home
Have worn the same comfortable outfit multiple days in a row
Have bought self-help books but never actually implemented the advice
Have tried to become a morning workout person and failed spectacularly

The lifestyle questions are always eye-opening because they reveal those little habits and contradictions that make us human!

Topics to talk about with your crush can help you share these personal details in ways that create genuine connections.

How to Play the Put a Finger Down Game

Playing is super straightforward, which is probably why it’s become such a hit! Everyone starts by holding up all ten fingers. Then, one person reads through the “Put a finger down if…” statements, and you put a finger down every time something applies to you. You can play with just two people or a whole group – it works perfectly for parties, sleepovers, or even those late-night video calls with friends who live far away.

The magic happens when you realize your bestie has been hiding some pretty wild stories, or when you discover you and your crush have way more in common than you thought. Plus, there’s something hilarious about watching someone’s confident ten fingers slowly disappear as the questions get more specific.

Exploring deep questions to ask a girl can also help you create meaningful connections beyond just the fun and games.

Making the Most of Your Put a Finger Down Game

Now that you’ve got all these amazing questions, the real fun begins! The beauty of this game is that it works literally anywhere – whether you’re hanging out in person, on a video call, or even playing through text messages. I’ve seen friend groups turn this into a weekly tradition, and honestly, it never gets old.

The best part isn’t just the laughs (though there will be plenty of those). It’s those moments when someone puts their finger down for something you never would have guessed about them. Like finding out your quiet friend has actually done some pretty wild stuff, or discovering that your most confident friend has the same insecurities you do.

Don’t be surprised if these questions lead to deeper conversations. Some of the best heart-to-hearts I’ve had with friends started with a silly “Put a Finger Down” question that opened up a bigger topic. That’s the magic of this game – it creates a safe space to share without feeling like you’re being interrogated.

Would you rather questions are another great way to keep the conversation flowing and learn more about your friends’ personalities and preferences.

If you’re looking for more ways to connect with your crew, try mixing this up with other games like “This or That,” “Never Have I Ever,” or even creating your own custom questions based on your friend group’s inside jokes and shared experiences. The key is keeping that energy going and making sure everyone feels included in the fun.

So grab your friends, pick your favorite edition, and get ready to discover things about each other that’ll have you laughing for weeks. Trust me, you’re going to want to save this post because you’ll definitely be coming back for more questions! Let me know in the comments which edition got you the most – I’m betting it was either the embarrassing moments or social media edition!

General Edition: Let’s Start With the Classics

Best Friends Edition: Time to Spill the Tea

Relationship Edition: Love, Crushes, and Everything in Between

Family Edition: The People Who Know All Your Secrets

Embarrassing Moments Edition: Prepare to Cringe

Childhood Memories Edition: Back to the Good Old Days

School Edition: Homework, Drama, and Cafeteria Food

Social Media Edition: Living Life Online

Travel Edition: Adventures and Misadventures

Food & Lifestyle Edition: The Real You

How to Play the Put a Finger Down Game

Making the Most of Your Put a Finger Down Game

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