Generate charades words instantly from our database of 1000+ carefully curated words and ideas!
1000+ words across 9 categories
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Looking for an online charades generator that just works? Spin up instant words across movies, Disney, animals, actions, and more—filter by difficulty and age group, then copy or print a ready-to-play list in seconds, no sign-up required.
Instead of juggling apps, notes, and rule sheets, you can plan, generate, and share charades rounds from a single hub.
Craving total unpredictability? Hop over to the random charades generator for a full shuffle of every theme.
Balanced easy prompts and wildcards so grandparents and kids stay engaged in the same game.
Start with 10 words, difficulty easy
Medium difficulty and adults-only prompts that wake up hybrid meetings without derailing the agenda.
9 words • 60-second rounds
Kids-friendly verbs and emotions that double as quick SEL or language-vocab refreshers between lessons.
8 words • actions + emotions
The main charades generator pulls from a library of 1,000+ curated words across nine categories, with new additions each month.
Yes. Choose quick buttons for 1, 3, 5, or 10 prompts, or type any amount between 1 and 50 for a custom charades generator batch.
Presets simply pre-fill the charades generator. You can adjust category, difficulty, or age group before generating.
Head to the quick-play kit linked below the charades generator for score sheets, timers, and gesture legends.
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Jump straight into curated word banks built for kids, movie buffs, teachers, or adult parties so your charades word generator session starts with the perfect prompts.
Age-appropriate prompts for family nights, classrooms, and rainy-day playdates.
Browse promptsFilm nightClassic blockbusters to new releases—perfect for film buffs and home theater parties.
Browse promptsSeasonal hitFestive prompts, holiday traditions, and family-friendly laughs for December gatherings.
Browse promptsParty readyFrom office icebreakers to late-night parties, grab hilarious scenarios on demand.
Browse promptsTeam modeTeam-vs-team mode with shared acting prompts, score sheets, and loud laugh potential.
Browse promptsSEL readySEL-friendly cards that help kids, teens, and adults name feelings through play.
Browse promptsKid approvedPet, farm, and wildlife prompts perfect for classrooms, ESL groups, and family nights.
Browse promptsLevel upChallenge advanced players with multi-word prompts, mashups, and expert host tips.
Browse promptsPlan & learn
Learn new twists, download resources, and stay in the loop as we keep improving the experience for your next game night.
Step-by-step setup, scoring ideas, and tips for every group size.
Read moreAnswers to the most common gameplay questions, house rules, and customization ideas.
Read moreSee what we're building next and how the generator continues to grow each month.
Read moreBrowse ready-made word lists for kids, adults, families, and classrooms before you open the generator.
Read moreThese short case studies show how families, teachers, and team leads actually structure charades sessions—from round order to timing and house rules.
“Our Sunday charades nights mix grandparents and teens. I segment rounds by difficulty so everyone closes with a win.”
“I run five-minute charades breaks between lessons. Students act out vocabulary and reflect on the verbs we just learned.”
“Quarterly offsites need fast team bonding. We run lightning charades rounds and record highlight reels for retros.”
We spotlight community strategies that elevate game nights, classrooms, and company socials. Send us your approach and we may feature it in the next update.
Need to get the round started in under a minute? Grab printable rules, timers, and score sheets so everyone knows the plan.
Printable cheat sheet covering turn order, gestures, and easy tie-breakers.
Open quick kitOne-page tracker with round timer suggestions and space for three teams.
Open quick kitShow new players what the movie/book/song and syllable signals look like.
Open quick kitCurated case studies from hosts who shared their proven routines. Use them as-is or remix the structure for your next session.
Leah · Parent & game host
A five-round format that keeps young kids energized while grandparents stay included—featuring wildcard picks and collaborative finales.
Rounds go Easy → Easy → Medium → Medium → Team Lightning
Kids pick the wildcard word each round to boost ownership
Scoreboard on kitchen whiteboard with doodles for bonus laughs
Seattle, USA · Aug 18, 2025
Mr. Alvarez · Grade 5 teacher
A 7-minute brain break aligning with curriculum targets—students act verbs to reinforce retention, ending with reflective journaling.
Filters: Actions + Emotions · Difficulty easy · Age kids
Bonus points for using the acted word in a full sentence
Students journal the gesture and meaning for next-day recall
Austin, USA · Sep 5, 2025
Nina · Product ops lead
10-minute lightning rounds during retrospectives using project-specific prompts, recorded for quarterly highlight reels.
Filters: All categories · Difficulty medium · Age adults
Tag cards with project names to reinforce shared knowledge
Use bonus column for ‘best improv moment’ voted by the team
Berlin, Germany · Aug 29, 2025