Two Truths and a Lie

Themed prompts to help you craft a convincing round — one click per idea, no repeats until you've seen the whole deck.

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30 questions in this deck · no repeats until you've seen them all

The Icebreaker Everyone Already Knows How to Play

Two Truths and a Lie is a staple icebreaker — but the hard part is thinking of three good statements on the spot. This generator hands you a themed angle each click, so you can build a believable round in seconds. Draw a theme, jot two surprising truths and one boringly believable lie, and let the group guess.

Pair it with more group games: Most Likely To, Would You Rather, This or That, or icebreaker questions for work.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you play Two Truths and a Lie?

Each player shares three statements about themselves — two true and one false — and everyone else guesses which one is the lie. The best lies are believable and the truths are surprising, which is where a themed prompt helps.

What does this generator give me?

It gives you a themed prompt each click — like 'make your statements about places you've traveled' — so you can quickly craft a strong, convincing round instead of staring at a blank page.

Is this good for icebreakers at work or school?

Yes. Two Truths and a Lie is a classic icebreaker for classrooms, new teams, onboarding, and virtual meetings because it helps people share something real about themselves in a fun, low-pressure way.

What makes a good lie?

The best lie is boringly believable and sits next to two surprising truths. Match the tone and detail of your true statements so the lie doesn't stand out — the themed prompts help you keep all three consistent.

How many people do you need?

It works with any group of three or more. Everyone takes a turn presenting their three statements while the rest vote on the lie.