50 Out-of-the-Box Charades Ideas

One of the ways to keep a game of Charades interesting is ensuring there are always words or prompts that keep everyone on their feet; demanding them to think harder as to how to act out the word they are given that will allow everyone to have an attempt to guess what it is.

If you are struggling to find unique ideas to add to your current list of words for Charades or want a challenge the next time you play, we have some suggestions for out-of-the-box Charades ideas.

The best way to play Charades is through Brightful. Charades is one of many games available that you and your colleagues, friends, and family can play together. It's free, works on any device and there are no downloads necessary. Act out the words that appear on your screen during your ongoing video call, and see who can guess the most words correctly before time runs out!

Out of the Box Charades Ideas List

The next time you find your current Charades game is getting a bit boring and uninspiring, refer to this list of words to act out to get everyone thinking creatively as to how to communicate these prompts non verbally. Pick as many or as little as you like, or even think of your own ways to spice up a round of Charades!

Getting dressed/undressed
Applying lotion
Washing hair
Buckling a belt
Buttoning a shirt
Feeding a baby a bottle
Feeding a baby food
Burping a baby
Pushing a baby in a stroller
Changing a diaper
Cutting food with a knife
Opening a can
Putting dishes in the dishwasher
Washing dishes in the sink
Doing laundry
Mopping floors
Sweeping floors
Vacuuming floors
Dusting furniture
Fluffing pillows
Teacher
Police officer
Doctor
Pro wrestler
Beauty queen
Hairstylist
President
Firefighter
Waiter/server
Santa Claus
Banana
Orange
Ice cream
Lollipop
Bubblegum
Spaghetti
Sandwich
French fries
Hot dog
Taco
Milk and cookies
Playing pool/billiards
Bowling
Fishing
Smoking a cigarette
Lighting candles
Blowing out candles
Sharpening a pencil
Spray painting
Applying makeup