Your evening is winding down, glasses are half full and everyone is scrolling through their phones? We'll raise the social gauge in one minute. The principle is simple: we throw out “It's a 10 but…”, we debate, we laugh, and we discover along the way the limits (sometimes absurd) of each person. Below, I give you the rules that save time, then 118 questions between friends carved to trigger memorable punchlines without wrecking the vibe.
Rules of the game It’s a 10 but and variants among friends
Ultra-simple base: one person throws a “It’s a 10 but… he/she does X.” The group assigns a score (0–10) after the “but,” then everyone defends their rubric. It works because the brain loves to categorize, compare and exaggerate — exactly what makes an excellent icebreaker.
- Quick round of introductions, 15–30 seconds per person for the justification.
- Vote by a show of hands or verbally; the average score = verdict.
- Switch often who starts to keep the pace.
Want to vary it without the hassle? Use these variants depending on the group’s energy.
| Mode | When to use | Key rule |
|---|---|---|
| Classic | Start of the evening, new groups | One question, one score, small defense |
| Secret vote | Competitive groups | Each writes their score, we reveal together |
| Timer | Low energy | 10 seconds to decide, no debate |
| Friendly target | Among close friends | The card “aims at a common habit” (never mean) |
Golden rule: aim for light flaws, never personal insecurities. We laugh with, not at.
If your table wants more, you can go much further with our pack of 360 ready-to-play “It’s a 10 but” questions, or switch to a “Would You Rather” alternative to restart the debates.
118 questions C’est un 10 mais pour vos soirées
1. It’s a 10 but he/she notes every movie watched in a spreadsheet with 12 criteria.
2. It’s a 10 but he/she answers “seen” to messages without ever replying.
3. It’s a 10 but he/she sorts his spices alphabetically… and calls everyone to the table.
4. It’s a 10 but he/she cuts the pizza with scissors.
5. It’s a 10 but he/she says “we split the bill” then pulls out a coupon.
6. It’s a 10 but he/she launches polls for everything, even for the syrup in the water.
7. It’s a 10 but he/she wears glossy Crocs on Sundays at your parents’ place.
8. It’s a 10 but he/she makes to-do lists for other people’s holidays.
9. It’s a 10 but he/she adds French subtitles to French films.
10. It’s a 10 but he/she corrects “bon appétit” in the group.
11. It’s a 10 but he/she keeps all cardboard boxes “just in case.”
12. It’s a 10 but he/she turns off the music exactly at the moment to tell a story.
13. It’s a 10 but he/she collects tote bags like trophies.
14. It’s a 10 but he/she says “I’m coming” and goes to shower.
15. It’s a 10 but he/she pronounces “wifi” as in 2003.
16. It’s a 10 but he/she arranges the library by color, not by author.
17. It’s a 10 but he/she brings hummus to every party. Always.
18. It’s a 10 but he/she only watches match summaries.
19. It’s a 10 but he/she has the “marimba” ringtone at full volume.
20. It’s a 10 but he/she folds tea bags to “reuse them.”
21. It’s a 10 but he/she turns off the engine 50 meters away to save fuel.
22. It’s a 10 but he/she calls everyone “chef”.
23. It’s a 10 but he/she sorts chips by size before serving.
24. It’s a 10 but he/she puts ice cubes in hot drip coffee.
25. It’s a 10 but he/she prints their train tickets in 2026.
26. It’s a 10 but he/she never finishes their series… but spoils yours.
27. It’s a 10 but he/she talks to plants by their name.
28. It’s a 10 but he/she whistles all elevator music.
29. It’s a 10 but he/she saves stories to “Best Friends”… and adds no one.
30. It’s a 10 but he/she cannot stand glasses that don’t match.
31. It’s a 10 but he/she takes the aisle seat on the plane “to breathe.”
32. It’s a 10 but he/she collects QR codes from past events.
33. It’s a 10 but he/she says “no but it’s a vibe” to justify everything.
34. It’s a 10 but he/she types “mdrrrrr” in the middle of a drama.
35. It’s a 10 but he/she has an alarm to drink water… every hour.
36. It’s a 10 but he/she asks the cashier about the loyalty program.
37. It’s a 10 but he/she wears their finisher medal to go to Franprix.
38. It’s a 10 but he/she gives books they haven’t read as gifts.
39. It’s a 10 but he/she does the movie clap before taking a photo.
40. It’s a 10 but he/she laughs at jokes… five seconds too late.
41. It’s a 10 but he/she says “let’s breathe through the nose” as soon as there’s a bottleneck.
42. It’s a 10 but he/she reserves without asking, “to save time.”
43. It’s a 10 but he/she asks for doggy bags for… three fries.
44. It’s a 10 but he/she adds unknown participants to the shared score.
45. It’s a 10 but he/she promises “last round” since 10 p.m.
46. It’s a 10 but he/she documents the apéros in blurry panoramas.
47. It’s a 10 but he/she says “I’m just stopping by to say hello” and stays until the end.
48. It’s a 10 but he/she compares everything to a “TED Talk” they’ve seen.
49. It’s a 10 but he/she keeps the phone case in its blister.
50. It’s a 10 but he/she leaves voice notes of 7 minutes to say “ok.”
51. It’s a 10 but he/she only eats things that crunch.
52. It’s a 10 but he/she puts cilantro on cilantro.
53. It’s a 10 but he/she forecasts the weather better than the app… and is wrong.
54. It’s a 10 but he/she uses the turn signal when leaving the pedestrian roundabout.
55. It’s a 10 but he/she claps upon landing, alone.
56. It’s a 10 but he/she refuses movies longer than 100 minutes.
57. It’s a 10 but he/she says “I’ll take whatever’s there” then rebuilds the playlist.
58. It’s a 10 but he/she sorts their pet photos by emotion.
59. It’s a 10 but he/she can’t whisper in a museum.
60. It’s a 10 but he/she prefers open endings… even for texts.
61. It’s a 10 but he/she keeps 4% battery permanently “for the adrenaline.”
62. It’s a 10 but he/she explains Uno rules like a lawyer.
63. It’s a 10 but he/she takes notes during game nights.
64. It’s a 10 but he/she calls all cats “Mr. President.”
65. It’s a 10 but he/she says “we make balanced teams” and picks the best.
66. It’s a 10 but he/she reads Google reviews for every bar.
67. It’s a 10 but he/she gives demanding plants to distracted people.
68. It’s a 10 but he/she puts “work in progress” on their Insta bio.
69. It’s a 10 but he/she smiles while talking… about residential parking.
70. It’s a 10 but he/she laughs at their own joke before the punchline.
71. It’s a 10 but he/she prefers plain chips “for authenticity.”
72. It’s a 10 but he/she has three clocks set to different times at home.
73. It’s a 10 but he/she shouts “plot twist” in thrillers.
74. It’s a 10 but he/she sets a timer for pasta… with no water in the pot.
75. It’s a 10 but he/she says “let’s talk about it” and schedules a meeting.
76. It’s a 10 but he/she has themed socks for every day.
77. It’s a 10 but he/she sorts candies by color before sharing.
78. It’s a 10 but he/she double-washes the glasses “just in case.”
79. It’s a 10 but he/she moves furniture at every full moon.
80. It’s a 10 but he/she queues for fun in the parks.
81. It’s a 10 but he/she signs texts with their name.
82. It’s a 10 but he/she collects restaurant cards.
83. It’s a 10 but he/she mutes ads… down to the second.
84. It’s a 10 but he/she calls customer service “hello team.”
85. It’s a 10 but he/she keeps receipts in a shoebox.
86. It’s a 10 but he/she can’t stand movies without end credits.
87. It’s a 10 but he/she has a compass “for symbolism.”
88. It’s a 10 but he/she refuses to mix starches.
89. It’s a 10 but he/she apologizes to store-window mannequins after bumping them.
90. It’s a 10 but he/she says “plot armor” while watching comedies.
91. It’s a 10 but he/she asks for the Wi‑Fi password as a hello.
92. It’s a 10 but he/she drops “did you know…” every five minutes.
93. It’s a 10 but he/she refuses wooden cutlery on principle.
94. It’s a 10 but he/she uses a metal straw in still water.
95. It’s a 10 but he/she has “back soon” on their status since 2019.
96. It’s a 10 but he/she says they’re not a fan of things universally loved.
97. It’s a 10 but he/she falls asleep on kitchen chairs.
98. It’s a 10 but he/she sends GIFs in potato resolution.
99. It’s a 10 but he/she tells dreams in 4 acts and 12 characters.
100. It’s a 10 but he/she wears a banana belt crossbody at the chic restaurant.
101. It’s a 10 but he/she calibrates the TV to the millimeter.
102. It’s a 10 but he/she has a timer to air out the room.
103. It’s a 10 but he/she says “let’s agree on the facts.”
104. It’s a 10 but he/she renames WhatsApp groups without warning.
105. It’s a 10 but he/she eats cereals with water.
106. It’s a 10 but he/she tapes up cables with masking tape… everywhere.
107. It’s a 10 but he/she specifies “original pronunciation” for every foreign name.
108. It’s a 10 but he/she uses carafes for sodas.
109. It’s a 10 but he/she starts “a tiny blind test” in the middle of a serious debate.
110. It’s a 10 but he/she mixes pralines and cherry tomatoes in the same bowl.
111. It’s a 10 but he/she says “ah no not the historical spoilers.”
112. It’s a 10 but he/she sets reminders “wish X happy birthday” and repeats them.
113. It’s a 10 but he/she applies traffic rules to the kitchen.
114. It’s a 10 but he/she asks for the dessert menu first.
115. It’s a 10 but he/she reads the terms and conditions… and summarizes them for others.
116. It’s a 10 but he/she applauds when the mic finally works.
117. It’s a 10 but he/she says “I’m closing the parenthesis” aloud.
118. It’s a 10 but he/she proposes one last game… and it’s always the best.
Hosting tips to avoid awkward moments
The salt of the game is joyful bad faith. But we keep a compass: everyone’s comfort. Before starting, define a kind, safe framework (no physical, no money, no sensitive topics). If a card falls flat, move on to the next one without forcing it. And don’t forget the power of a joker per person to dodge an awkward situation.
If a night drags on, alternate a series of 5 “It’s a 10 but” and a simple mini-defi (switch places, redo the teams, bring back the music) to re-energize the energy. Finally, adjust the difficulty live: start soft, lock in trust, then raise the intensity. It’s this tempo that turns a game into a cult memory.
The final word
You now have the ideal starter pack to wake up any table: clear rules, variants for all rhythms, and 118 oral cards ready to go. Dip into the list, riff off your private jokes and, if the chemistry clicks, move on to a cousin format to keep the vibe. The most important? Preserve the spirit of the game: light debates, a dose of playful bad faith and lots of laughter.
And when there’s still a bit of gas left in the tank, broaden the playing field with more robust packs (and theme-calibrated) via our library of 360 ideas “It’s a 10 but” or smoothly switch to a Would You Rather session. Your evening should never fall flat again.