100 "Green Flags I Look For" Hinge Answers
By Dig Dates StaffPublished on 1/15/2025Last updated on 1/15/2025
Look, we've all seen those generic "good vibes only" answers. But here's the thing about green flags – they should reveal what you actually value while giving potential matches a chance to show they fit the bill.
Let's get real about what makes someone worth swiping right on.
"Green Flags I Look For" Hinge Answers For Both Men & Women
For Women Seeking Men:
- "Uses my name in conversations instead of 'hey beautiful'"
- "Has photos with his mom that look genuinely happy"
- "Can tell a story about failing at something and laugh about it now"
- "Knows how to apologize without adding 'but' at the end"
- "Has strong opinions about books, not just Netflix shows"
- "Gets excited about his friends' successes"
- "Has a plant that's been alive for more than a year"
- "Asks 'what do you think?' and actually wants to know"
- "Tips well and knows the server's name"
- "Has hobbies that don't fit on his Instagram grid"
- "Can cook something his grandmother taught him"
- "Makes plans without adding 'maybe' or 'we'll see'"
- "Has a passport with actual stamps in it"
- "Talks about therapy like it's as normal as going to the gym"
- "Gets along with his sister and respects her opinion"
- "Has furniture that didn't come from his college dorm"
- "Can handle silence without reaching for his phone"
- "Knows his love language but doesn't make it his personality"
- "Has friends who've known him since before Instagram existed"
- "Remembers details from our previous conversations"
- "Has a morning routine that doesn't start with hitting snooze 6 times"
- "Can disagree with someone without making them feel small"
- "Has a favorite coffee shop where the baristas know his order"
- "Takes care of something or someone other than himself"
- "Sends songs because they made him think of me, not to show off his taste"
- "Has friend groups that don't all look exactly like him"
- "Can plan a date that isn't just 'drinks?'"
- "Actually reads the articles, not just the headlines"
- "Has a clean bathroom because he's an adult, not because he's expecting company"
- "Knows how to sit with someone's feelings without trying to fix them"
- "Has holiday traditions he actually cares about"
- "Can tell me his favorite teacher's name and why"
- "Has updated his phone without being forced to"
- "Doesn't treat his car like it's his personality"
- "Has playlists for different moods, not just 'gym'"
- "Still has friends from before he was successful"
- "Can tell a story where he's not the hero"
- "Has opinions about olive oil that aren't from TikTok"
- "Knows at least one of his neighbors by name"
- "Has a backup plan that isn't 'moving back home'"
- "Can explain his job without using corporate buzzwords"
- "Has pictures on his walls that aren't movie posters"
- "Gets excited about things without checking if they're cool first"
- "Has a favorite mug with a story behind it"
- "Can sit through a whole movie without checking his phone"
- "Actually uses the fruits and vegetables he buys"
- "Has a relationship with his bank account that isn't toxic"
- "Can build something besides just IKEA furniture"
- "Has an opinion about climate change that isn't from memes"
- "Knows his grandparents' stories and likes telling them"
For Men Seeking Women:
- "Has friend groups from different phases of her life"
- "Can enjoy a meal without documenting it for social media"
- "Has boundaries with work emails after 6pm"
- "Talks about her therapy wins like they're medals"
- "Has playlists that aren't just whatever Spotify suggested"
- "Can tell me why she chose her career, not just what it is"
- "Has opinions about art that aren't just about how it matches her decor"
- "Knows the difference between being nice and being kind"
- "Has a skincare routine because she enjoys it, not because TikTok said to"
- "Can go to brunch without making it her personality"
- "Has books on her shelf that aren't just for show"
- "Treats her plants like pets and her pets like family"
- "Can tell a story about growth that doesn't start with a quote"
- "Has travel photos that aren't just Instagram poses"
- "Makes coffee at home some days just because"
- "Has strong opinions about hot sauce rankings"
- "Can explain her political views without checking Twitter"
- "Has a favorite podcast that isn't true crime"
- "Knows her credit score and how she got it"
- "Can spend a weekend offline without having a crisis"
- "Has backup plans that aren't just 'marry rich'"
- "Talks about her mom like a person, not a saint or villain"
- "Can enjoy a fancy restaurant or a food truck with equal enthusiasm"
- "Has hobbies that don't translate to likes"
- "Knows how to say no without making up excuses"
- "Has a favorite bodega cat somewhere in the city"
- "Can tell me about her weird music phase without cringing"
- "Has strong feelings about farmers markets"
- "Knows what she wants in life beyond just her career"
- "Can cook something without looking at her phone"
- "Has stories from traveling that aren't just about the hotels"
- "Gets excited about weird history facts"
- "Has dream plans that aren't just Pinterest boards"
- "Can enjoy a museum without rushing to the gift shop"
- "Has emergency cash that isn't for shopping emergencies"
- "Knows her neighbors' names and their dogs' names"
- "Can handle a flight delay without becoming a villain origin story"
- "Has furniture she chose because she liked it, not for the 'aesthetic'"
- "Can tell me her favorite teacher's impact without rehearsing"
- "Has strong opinions about breakfast foods"
- "Knows how to take a compliment without deflecting"
- "Has a morning routine that isn't just for her followers"
- "Can tell stories where she learned something new"
- "Has relationship goals beyond what she saw on Disney+"
- "Knows her way around tools, even if it's just IKEA's"
- "Can enjoy a beach day without perfect weather"
- "Has playlists for specific memories"
- "Can talk about money without getting weird about it"
- "Has recipes that aren't from social media"
- "Knows the value of alone time without fear of missing out"
Pro Tips for Using These
🎯 Choose Based on Your Values
- Pick ones that reflect what you genuinely care about
- Modify them to match your voice
- Make sure you embody what you're looking for
⚡ Keep It Real
- Add your own specific examples
- Don't just copy-paste
- Let your personality shine through
Remember: The best green flags are the ones you actually care about, not just what sounds good. Pick the ones that make you think "Yes! That's exactly what I'm looking for!" and make them your own.
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