Small Talk: Conversation Starters

Talking about the weather

• Beautiful day, isn't it?
• Can you believe all of this rain we've been having?
• It looks like it's going to snow.
• It sure would be nice to be in Hawaii right about now.
• I hear they're calling for thunderstorms all weekend.
• We couldn't ask for a nicer day, could we?
• How about this weather?
• Did you order this sunshine?

Talking about current events

• Did you catch the news today?
• Did you hear about that fire on Fourth St?
• What do you think about this transit strike?
• I read in the paper today that the Sears Mall is closing.
• I heard on the radio today that they are finally going to start building the new bridge.
• How about those Reds? Do you think they're going to win tonight?

At the office

• Looking forward to the weekend?
• Have you worked here long?
• I can't believe how busy/quiet we are today, can you?
• Has it been a long week?
• You look like you could use a cup of coffee.
• What do you think of the new computers?

At a social event

• So, how do you know Justin?
• Have you tried the cabbage rolls that Sandy made?
• Are you enjoying yourself?
• It looks like you could use another drink.
• Pretty nice place, huh?
• I love your dress. Can I ask where you got it?

Out for a walk

• How old's your baby?
• What's your puppy's name?
• The tulips are sure beautiful at this time of year, aren't they.
• How do you like the new park?
• Nice day to be outside, isn't it?

Waiting somewhere

• I didn't think it would be so busy today.
• You look like you've got your hands full (with children or goods).
• The bus must be running late today.
• It looks like we are going to be here a while, huh?
• I'll have to remember not to come here on Mondays.
• How long have you been waiting?