Seddit, is it ok to ask a girl out and put it upfront that it is a date? Will it scare her off? Or do you guys think it's better if i just ask her out for dinner and stuffs, then see how we go from there. Don't want to end up being in the friend zone. If none of the above, what should i do? How do i ask a girl out in a 'cocky-funny' way so that she'll be 'seduced' to hang out? Thanks in advance.

FYI, asian context here, so girls are much more conservative.

Edit: Can't describe how much gratitude i have to sedditors who've replied. Really removed alot of wrong mindsets and preconceived notions i had about dates. Look forward to posting a successful FR.