{"id":1633,"date":"2023-08-10T18:07:42","date_gmt":"2023-08-10T18:07:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/datingxp.co\/?p=1633"},"modified":"2023-08-22T00:59:18","modified_gmt":"2023-08-22T00:59:18","slug":"how-to-respond-to-hey-on-bumble","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/datingxp.co\/how-to-respond-to-hey-on-bumble\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Respond to \u201cHey\u201d on Bumble (With Examples)?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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The word \u201chey\u201d is a simple enough greeting in the real world. When you hear it, you probably respond in kind. But on dating apps, \u201chey\u201d takes on an entirely new meaning. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Most likely, the word leaves you feeling confused: you\u2019re excited that you got a message (especially if it\u2019s from someone you\u2019ve been eyeing), but you\u2019re at a loss at what to say in response and maybe even a tad disappointed that the sender didn\u2019t put a little more effort into that all-important first message. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whoa.<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

That\u2019s a lot of confusion for such a little word. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

So the question is: <\/strong>What does one do when confronted with the word \u201chey\u201d on Bumble? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Let\u2019s untangle this little conundrum and get you past that first exchange. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why Getting a \u201cHey\u201d on Bumble Is Such a Big Deal?<\/h3>\n\n\n
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If you\u2019ve been on Bumble for more than a millisecond, then you already know that it\u2019s different from other online dating apps. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

On Bumble, women are tasked with messaging the guy first, and if they don\u2019t, well then you\u2019re out of luck even if you both swiped right. That\u2019s right\u2014your match will expire within 24 hours if the female half of the match doesn\u2019t send a message. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

That\u2019s why getting a \u201chey\u201d on Bumble is kind of a big deal. No, it\u2019s not the most creative or titillating message, but on Bumble, it can still be kind of exciting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s like getting past the first hurdle in a race, and in this race, love is the prize for first place! Ok, well if not love, then at least a date. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

So yeah, being greeted by the word \u201chey\u201d on Bumble is the bee\u2019s knees, so to speak. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The only problem is that a simple \u201chey\u201d doesn\u2019t give the recipient of the message (namely, you) a whole lot to work with. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you respond with a \u201chey\u201d back or even a \u201chow are you?\u201d, you may miss out on your chance to spark a meaningful connection. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The ball is squarely in your court now, so if you drop it, you may not get another shot. It\u2019s time to get creative and put your best foot forward. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Respond When a Bumble Match Opens with ‘Hey' or ‘What's Up'<\/h2>\n\n\n
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When you get a \u201chey\u201d on Bumble and you choose to take the bait, there are several different ways you can respond depending on your mood and personality. Here are some of your best options: <\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Respond back sarcastically <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

All women liked to be teased, and those who say they don\u2019t enjoy it even more than the rest of us. When you get an initial message like \u201chey\u201d in your inbox, use it as an opportunity to yank her chain a little and give her a hard time about her lack of effort. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Try the following opening lines for a sarcastic response: <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Try again! ????<\/em>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

C\u2019mon. Got anything better? ????<\/em>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I\u2019ll give you another shot at that first message if you want. ????<\/em>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Let\u2019s just pretend you said something more creative, shall we? ????<\/em>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Notice that all of these responses are followed by a smiling or winking emoji (you can take your pick). This takes the sting out of your criticism of her first message and lets her know that you\u2019re just joking around with her. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Without the emojis, these retorts are kind of harsh, don\u2019t you think? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Make a specific observation about their profile<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you want to kick off a conversation with someone you matched with, it's important to show that you're genuinely interested in getting to know them. That means taking a close look at their profile and using what you see as a starting point. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to dating coach Benjamin Daly, there are three steps to doing this right. First, greet them by name to make it more personal. Then, make a specific observation about something in their profile using phrases like “I noticed” or “I saw”. Finally, end with a question about your observation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your observation should feel natural and intuitive, so think back to what attracted you to their profile in the first place. Maybe you noticed they have an adorable pitbull and want to know if he's really theirs, or you saw that they've been to Greece and want to know when. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Or maybe you just want to keep it simple and ask what they've been up to this summer because they seem like a lot of fun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Initiate a Celebration <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Remember how we talked about what a big deal it is to get a \u201chey\u201d on Bumble? So why not use your message back as a chance to celebrate the occasion together? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

After all, once she\u2019s messaged you, your match isn\u2019t in danger of expiring, so you can relax and communicate freely. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Try these celebratory responses for size: <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

High five\u2014we made it! <\/em>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Whew! The hard part\u2019s over!<\/em>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Woohoo! Let\u2019s break out the confetti and champagne! <\/em>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A celebration message is a great response because it\u2019s 100% positive and creates a moment that you can share together with your match. What better way to start the bonding process? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Compliment Her <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Flattery will get you nowhere unless you\u2019re on a dating app, am I right? Girls liked to be complimented<\/a> (as long as you know how to do it properly), so when you get a \u201chey\u201d message, it\u2019s better than ok to resort to flattery as a response. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are some flattering replies to try on for size: <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wow! To what do I owe the honor?<\/em>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I don\u2019t usually respond to \u201chey,\u201d but you seem special. <\/em>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I\u2019m genuinely surprised you messaged me. <\/em>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s also ok to be a little self-deprecating (as in the last bumble response) when you use this technique, but don\u2019t go overboard or continue talking about how inferior you are. A little humility is attractive, but low self-esteem? Not so much. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Receiving a \u201chey\u201d on Bumble can be a little frustrating, but not if you know how to respond strategically. Once you get the conversation going, you\u2019ll be so caught up in your playful banter that you\u2019ll forget all about this lackluster first message! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Should You Reply to \u201cHey?\u201d<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

But why put forth the effort at all? Some guys argue that a \u201chey\u201d on Bumble isn\u2019t even worth a response. After all, she\u2019d expect more from you if the shoe were on the other foot, right? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s a fairly good point, and ultimately, the decision whether to respond or not is entirely yours. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Before you decide, though, it may be helpful to put yourself in her place for a moment. Historically, women haven\u2019t been expected to make the first move, so we just don\u2019t have a lot of experience in this area. (It\u2019s true!) <\/p>\n\n\n\n

She may not be lazy or apathetic; it could be that she genuinely doesn\u2019t know what to say. You\u2019ve probably been there yourself a time or two, no? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your choice depends on Bumble or not will likely depend on two things: 1) how into the person you are and 2) whether or not you\u2019re getting a lot of action on Bumble. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Instead of overthinking, you could just start a conversation; you can take help from our article Bumble Conversation Starters<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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