Questions to Ask My Daughter's Boyfriend
Thoughtful questions to ask your daughter's boyfriend to get to know him better, understand his character, and ensure he's a good influence in her life.
1What do you enjoy doing in your free time, and what are your hobbies?
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What do you enjoy doing in your free time, and what are your hobbies?
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Why this works
Helps you understand his interests and how he spends his time, giving you insight into his character and values.
2What are your goals and aspirations for the future?
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What are your goals and aspirations for the future?
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Why this works
Shows you his ambition and direction in life, helping you understand whether he's a positive influence for your daughter.
3What do you value most in a relationship, and what are your relationship goals?
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What do you value most in a relationship, and what are your relationship goals?
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Why this works
Helps you understand his approach to relationships and whether his values align with what you want for your daughter.
4What do you like most about my daughter, and what drew you to her?
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What do you like most about my daughter, and what drew you to her?
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Why this works
Shows you what he appreciates about your daughter and helps you understand the foundation of their relationship.
5How do you handle disagreements or conflicts in relationships?
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How do you handle disagreements or conflicts in relationships?
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Why this works
Important for understanding his conflict resolution skills and whether he handles disagreements in a healthy way.
6What are your family relationships like, and how do you get along with your parents?
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What are your family relationships like, and how do you get along with your parents?
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Why this works
Helps you understand his family background and how he relates to authority figures and family members.
7What are your educational and career plans, and how do you plan to achieve them?
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What are your educational and career plans, and how do you plan to achieve them?
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Why this works
Shows you his ambition and planning skills, helping you understand whether he's a good role model for your daughter.
8What are your views on important issues like family, faith, and values?
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What are your views on important issues like family, faith, and values?
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Why this works
Helps you understand his core values and whether they align with your family's values and beliefs.
9How do you handle peer pressure and make decisions about right and wrong?
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How do you handle peer pressure and make decisions about right and wrong?
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Why this works
Important for understanding his moral compass and whether he makes good decisions under pressure.
10What are your friends like, and how do you choose your friendships?
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What are your friends like, and how do you choose your friendships?
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Why this works
Helps you understand his social circle and whether he surrounds himself with positive influences.
11What are your views on communication and how do you prefer to communicate?
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What are your views on communication and how do you prefer to communicate?
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Why this works
Important for understanding how he communicates and whether he values open, honest communication.
12What are your views on respect and how do you show respect to others?
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What are your views on respect and how do you show respect to others?
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Why this works
Crucial for understanding whether he treats others with respect and whether he'll treat your daughter well.
13What are your views on responsibility and how do you handle your responsibilities?
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What are your views on responsibility and how do you handle your responsibilities?
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Why this works
Helps you understand his sense of responsibility and whether he takes his obligations seriously.
14What are your views on independence and how do you balance independence with relationships?
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What are your views on independence and how do you balance independence with relationships?
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Why this works
Important for understanding whether he values independence and whether he'll support your daughter's independence.
15What are your views on trust and how do you build and maintain trust?
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What are your views on trust and how do you build and maintain trust?
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Why this works
Crucial for understanding whether he values trust and whether he's trustworthy in relationships.
16What are your views on commitment and how do you approach commitment in relationships?
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What are your views on commitment and how do you approach commitment in relationships?
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Why this works
Helps you understand his approach to commitment and whether he's serious about relationships.
17What are your views on growth and how do you support personal growth in relationships?
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What are your views on growth and how do you support personal growth in relationships?
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Why this works
Important for understanding whether he values personal growth and whether he'll support your daughter's development.
18What are your views on boundaries and how do you respect boundaries in relationships?
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What are your views on boundaries and how do you respect boundaries in relationships?
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Why this works
Crucial for understanding whether he respects boundaries and whether he'll respect your daughter's boundaries.
19What are your views on support and how do you provide support in relationships?
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What are your views on support and how do you provide support in relationships?
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Why this works
Helps you understand whether he's supportive and whether he'll be a positive influence in your daughter's life.
20What are your views on the future and how do you see your relationship developing?
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What are your views on the future and how do you see your relationship developing?
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Why this works
Important for understanding his long-term thinking and whether he's serious about the relationship.
Getting to Know Your Daughter's Boyfriend
Expert tips and techniques for getting the most out of these questions.
Approach with Care
Show Respect
Approach the conversation with respect for his relationship with your daughter and his autonomy.
Listen Actively
Pay attention to his responses and show genuine interest in getting to know him.
Ask Thoughtful Questions
Ask questions that show genuine interest in understanding his character and values.
Build Connection
Find Common Ground
Look for shared interests or experiences that can help build a connection and rapport.
Show Interest
Show genuine interest in his life, goals, and experiences.
Be Supportive
Be supportive and encouraging, and avoid being critical or dismissive of his choices.
Maintain Boundaries
Respect Their Relationship
Respect their relationship and avoid interfering in their personal decisions.
Provide Guidance
Provide guidance and support when appropriate, but avoid being controlling.
Stay Connected
Maintain a positive relationship with both your daughter and her boyfriend.