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Fellas, if you’re reading this right now, you may be inadvertently enticing your ladylove.

Reading is the most attractive hobby a man can have, according to a study that has sparked spirited debate online.

The Daily Mail reported that a survey conducted by Date found that 98-percent of women rated reading as attractive.  Following reading to even out the top five hottest male hobbies are learning a foreign language, playing an instrument, cooking and woodworking.  Over two-thirds of women rated crypto, comic books and cosplay as unattractive.

Reading came out on top, with a staggering 98.2% of women rating it as an attractive hobby.

Learning foreign languages, playing an instrument, cooking, and woodworking rounded out the top five, suggesting females are largely looking for a lad who’s cultured and well-rounded.

The couple who reads together, stays together, says a study published by Super Summary. But is it true?

“I think I would agree with that. I know definitely sharing interests and having a conversation with somebody that has read the same books I have read or shares the same imagination or wild references that I spit out, it’s eye-opening to me,” said Bree Menefee an employee at Bookhounds Books, Records, Movies in Bakersfield.

Although attractiveness is subjective, the study also found that 81% of women and 77% of men believed that being a reader was attractive. But just in case going to a bookstore skewed our results, I wanted to make sure to give everyday normal folks a chance to give their two cents.

Here’s a more detailed breakdown: 

  • High Ranking:Reading consistently ranks high in surveys about attractive qualities in partners.
  • Intellectual Curiosity:The appeal of reading suggests women are attracted to men with intellectual curiosity and a desire for self-improvement.
  • Conversation Starters:A love of reading can lead to engaging and thought-provoking conversations, making the relationship more dynamic.
  • Broadened Perspectives:Reading exposes individuals to different perspectives and experiences, which can lead to a more open and empathetic partner.
  • Other Attractive Hobbies:Beyond reading, other hobbies that were highly rated by women included learning foreign languages, playing instruments, cooking, and woodworking.