Word Ideas for the Next Time You Play Fishbowl

The fishbowl game, also known as the salad bowl game, is fun to play for any gathering of friends and family. It’s a fantastic memory and guessing game played over three rounds that combines the games Charades, Taboo, and Password. Not only is the game simple enough to play for people of all ages – everyone can have a great time filled with laughter and memories.

What is Fishbowl?

This game is a combination of three other games – one game per round. The game host will have to prepare fun words, phrases, and expressions on cards that will be guessed later by the players.

The game needs at least four players. The participants will then be split into two teams. Players from each team will take turns giving clues to their team to as many cards as possible against the clock. Cards will be recycled after each round.

Round 1 – Taboo

In this game, players need to use descriptive words or phrases to give clues about the word on the card. Acting, making sounds or making gestures are prohibited. You also cannot use any part of the word or phrase when giving clues.

Round 2 – Charades

Without using words or sounds, players have to act and use gestures to communicate the phrase or word on the card.

Round 3 – Password

Players must say only one word to describe the word or phrase on the card. This round relies on your team’s memory and association.

If you need a guide on how to play Fishbowl, check this out.

Word Ideas

The mechanics of the game Fishbowl sounds fun, but the secret to making the game really fun lies in the words and phrases to be guessed. Make it too challenging and too unknown – no one will score. Make it too easy for the crowd – the game will soon be over. If you’re out of ideas or simply need help, here are some word ideas for the next time you play fishbowl:  

Easy Words

Are you playing with kids or people who are beginners to the game? Use these words for a fun-for-all game.

Medium Words

Up for a challenge? These medium words will give you a more challenging game: 

Hard Words

If you’re playing with experts in the three games, use these words to truly test them:

Phrases

Here are some phrases that would be fun to act out and be guessed: 

Animals

Animals are always fun to imitate, especially for kids. Here are some ideas: 

Disney 

Disney has been a Charades category on its own. If you have kids and Disney fans playing, these words will be fun to guess:

Movie Titles

If you and your guests are movie buffs, check out some of these movie titles to act out or describe:

Song Titles

For the charades round, song titles are always exciting to play. Almost everybody listens to music, so here are some titles to work around: