Beyond Looks: Top 5 Qualities Singaporeans Seek in a Partner

Whether you’re swiping through dating apps or meeting potential partners through traditional matchmaking, understanding dating preferences can be a game-changer in your journey to find lasting love. So, what exactly are HappyDotters looking for in a relationship?

1. Shared Values and Beliefs: The Glue That Binds

At the heart of every strong relationship lies a foundation of shared values and beliefs. It’s no surprise that 71.7% of HappyDotters ranked shared values and beliefs as the top qualities in partner selection. This underscores the significance of cultural and social compatibility in dating, especially in Singapore’s diverse social landscape.

2. Compatible Personality: The Key to Harmony

Coming in at a close second, 69.2% of HappyDotters emphasised the importance of a compatible personality in their ideal partner.

3. Sense of Humour: Laughter as the New Love Language

60.3% of HappyDotters cited a sense of humour as a top 3 desirable quality in a partner.

4. Emotional Intelligence: The Unsung Hero of Relationships

More than half, 59.5% of HappyDotters, value emotional intelligence in their partners.

5. Intelligence: Connecting Minds

Rounding up the top five, aside from emotional intelligence, 51.0% of HappyDotters also look for partners who are intelligent.

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