How gross does it get?

Properly gross — bodily functions, weird foods, hygiene disasters. Not for the squeamish, but never mean.

No — keep this one for personal life.

Four to six — large enough to compete for the worst story, small enough that the gag reflexes are visible.

Have you ever gotten a tonsil stone and smelled it?

Why people ask this

This question works because the yes-or-no split always surprises the room — someone answers in a way nobody expected, and the conversation starts from there. Gross questions earn their place because the laughter they trigger is louder than almost any other category — horror and humour share more wiring than people think. Questions like this one get played across every kind of group on have.you — couples on a first date, coworkers at team events, friends on long drives. Each setting produces a different answer, which is part of why Have You Ever has stayed in circulation long after most party games get retired.

What do players say?

21%

of players said Yes
19 responses

Based on 19 answers so far, 21% of players say yes — making this one of the rarer things players admit to.

Discussion starters

→ Who in the group is most likely to have gotten a tonsil stone and smelled it?
→ What's the full story — and who in the group is most surprised by your answer?
→ What is the grossest thing you have eaten on a dare?
→ What is the worst smell you have ever had to deal with?
→ What bodily function story do you swear is true?

Discover what it really means when you’ve experienced a tonsil stone with this gross & weird question. It’s a surprisingly common experience that can lead to some hilarious or embarrassing stories. Want to explore more bizarre health moments? Check out our Gross & Weird category for more strange questions.

What This Question Really Asks

This question dives into personal health experiences that many find uncomfortable but are more common than you might think. It reveals your comfort level with body-related topics and can also lead to funny or awkward stories about health quirks. It’s a playful way to uncover shared moments about unexpected bodily surprises, connecting in a lighthearted way. Curious about other weird health questions? Our funny and embarrassing section has plenty that might make you squirm or laugh.

Whether you’ve ever experienced an embarrassing health moment.
How comfortable someone is discussing gross topics openly.
Potential for funny stories about body surprises.
Understanding personal health quirks and mishaps.
Breaking the ice with unusual but relatable experiences.

How to Use This Question

Setting	Tone	Best for	Tip
Friends game night	Playful, cheeky	Getting everyone laughing and sharing	Use as an icebreaker to lighten the mood with our icebreaker tool.
First date	Flirty, lighthearted	Breaking the ice with humor	Balance honesty with fun — keep it playful.
Team meeting	Casual, humorous	Building camaraderie	Not too invasive — choose well-timed moments.
Family dinner	Casual, silly	Sharing funny health stories	Ensure everyone is comfortable before asking.
Party	Humorous, daring	Getting the party lively	Use with friends who enjoy gross-out humor.

When You Say "Yes"

You are comfortable discussing odd health moments without embarrassment.
You’ve experienced a strange or unpleasant bodily occurrence.
It’s a shared experience you don’t mind revealing openly.
You enjoy humor rooted in bodily functions and gross stories.
You’re willing to be a little vulnerable to connect through funny or awkward confessions.

When You Say "No"

Not everyone is comfortable discussing gross health topics, and that’s perfectly fine. If you haven’t experienced or wouldn’t talk about a tonsil stone, your response is just as valid. Some might prefer keeping such experiences private or don’t find it funny.