In life, we all get our chance to shine, like nailing an important presentation at work or leading the football team to victory. Such highs make us want to share our joy with everyone. On the other hand, we also have those embarrassing moments—searching for our keys while holding them or misplacing our groceries.
On such occasions, our common sense takes a backseat, and our brain refuses to function—a brain fart, if you will. But don’t worry, you are not alone. Sometimes, people are hilariously clueless and naive and thankfully, someone captured it on camera.
To help you momentarily forget your goof-ups and lift your spirits, Bored Panda has collected a list of silly things that people have said and done.
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Blaming Young People For Being Triggered
Same sidewalk, cemetery, church, school, neighborhoods, department stores, restaurants, gas stations, supermarkets, colleges etc.etc.etc. Even though those institutions are supported by Black taxes, so yeah...Black people have always subsidized white people by white people giving themselves the majority of the handouts. White people benefit from Black taxes
Lesson Learned
Never Get A Tattoo If You Can't Understand What It Says
A friend of mine has dog in Chinese on his neck, he wanted hope😂
Now that's hilarious 🤣🤣 Had a girl in the airport show me her Arabic tattoo that she said meant 'beautiful Queen' it actually said 'the big cow' البقرة الكبيرة. She googled the translation no one did it for her, the tattooist just tattooed it
k is nobody gonna talk about how "Lover of Asian beauty" is pretty weird too or nah?
That's a given, as in that's why the tattoo artist clarified the fact.
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Ah, but in their language "Lover of Asian Beauty" and "Foreign Pervert" are the same words.
this isnt as gross as that one but when my mom was adopting my sister she wanted "daughter" on her ankle in Japanese cuz Ig that was really in. well, she went to work and her coworker asked why she had "daughter-in-law" on her ankle. needless to say she had to get this big flower to cover it up lol
My Chinese teacher told us one of her friends has a tattoo he thought meant "powerful dragon", but it actually meant "Beijing fire brigade".
Girls used to wear lockets with Chinese writing. People would ask me what it meant. I looked and said Licensed prostitute of this city. They stopped asking me and a lot of girls stopped wearing them.
One lady had the Chinese symbols from a restaurant tattooed on her arm and later found out id said "Cheap but good" hehe
ok here i go!! got mine for a joke, years ago. did plenty of 'research'. thought i had it 'right'. showed it to literally thousands of people over the past 13+ years, only one person (recently home from a student exchange in China) told me it said something other than what i thought it said. you tell me!! BTW, the joke still works, because not that many people read Chinese in America..... -, oh, the joke goes like this: i show the ink to someone and say nothing. hopefully they say, 'ok, what does it say?" I answer, "I dont know, it's Chinese'....they laugh a little, and say, 'no really, what does it SAY?" I answer the second time, " that's what is says, ""I dont know, it's Chinese'l...good laugh!! if they still look puzzled, i will add what i was told was the actual translation, IE: ' i dont understand the language this is written in', (which is, of course, Chinese) The student told me it actually says......" i dont understand/like Chinese people" ....so, who's right on this one folks? set me straight!!
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The little gold pendants girls used to wear with Chinese writing on them. People would ask me what it meant. I said it means licensed prostitute of this city. people stopped wearing them who lived near by 555
I can only read a few basic Chinese characters., and even I knew that wasn't what it said- people just need to do some basic research before they tattoos related to other cultures!
I think that if someone is asking for a "foreign" tattoo, they should know what the tattoo should be. Or the tattoo artist can put something "incorrect" just in reponse to such an ignorant request.
Serious question. If you ask a tattoo artist to put a foreign phrase on you and they intentionally do something akin to this, is there any legal recourse? I understand most people in this situation bring the tattoo to the artist already wrong, I'm just curious what the outcome would be.
Yes. If you can show malicious intent. Depending on the law, this could range anywhere from small-claims compensation for messing up the tattoo (and paying for removal) to an actual assault charge.
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Are White people not allowed to fancy Black Indigenous or people of Colour then? That could sound very close to condemning interracial marriage. You can't say, people should fancy everyone regardless of race, because most people have a preference one way or another. For most people, physical appearance is important in attraction. Some people have a preference for their own race, some people prefer a particular different race. Is having a sexual attraction preference for a different race the same as fetishisation?
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Have you ever been in a situation where you randomly blank out or end up doing something silly, and wonder, "What was I thinking?" Welcome to the world of brain farts – those awkward moments when our mind stops functioning, leaving us confused and sometimes embarrassed.
Our brains are incredibly complex organs, capable of processing vast amounts of information efficiently. But they experience hiccups from time to time, or 'cognitive dysfunction'.
It's Just Sad
All Because He Felt Bad He Didn’t Pay Her Enough
Prove Me Wrong, Gladly
A brain fart, which can be linked to cognitive dysfunction, perfectly describes those instances when our mental processes seem to malfunction. Thankfully, many of these glitches are quite common and easy to manage.
We can hit a roadblock when our stress levels skyrocket or we are exhausted. This causes our attention to waver and our memory to play hide-and-seek. Picture this: you're working late in the night, trying to finish a last-minute project, and you keep reading the same paragraph over and over again, unable to understand a word of it.
It is hard to concentrate when our brains are pushed to the limit. In order to recharge our batteries, we should indulge in relaxing activities or hit the gym. This will not only soothe our soul but also help kick stress to the curb.
The "Fidget Stick" Was Bothersome
Yikes
Ah, Yes, $4k Rent
Every Job Should Be Appreciated
$15 Tacos
What Is This New Email You Speak Of?
In today's fast-paced world filled with distractions, staying focused can be difficult. One moment of distraction, and bam! our train of thought derails, leaving us wondering where it all went wrong. That's the magic (or rather, the mischief) of a brain fart, it sneaks up on us when we least expect it, turning our well-laid plans into hilarious moments.
Participating in meditation events or learning new breathing techniques helps to sharpen our attention and focus on the present moment. In fact, organizational tools such as calendars or to-do lists are a great way to keep your appointments and tasks in check. A structured approach helps prevent those "oops" moments.
Judging A Book By Its Cover
Is That Why, Like, 3/4 Of The Population Is Lactose Intolerant?
So Penguins Are Mammals Now
While multitasking is impressive, sometimes it's a recipe for disaster. When we attempt to do too many tasks at once, our brains get overwhelmed, like a computer that has too many tabs open. And just like that, we start to lag because of the overload.
To avoid going from lightning-fast to snail's pace, one should focus on one task at a time. When we keep switching between different things, our brains need time to refocus and this prevents us from fully immersing ourselves in the task at hand. It’s harder to achieve meaningful progress while multitasking. So, remember to take a deep breath, and tackle things like the productivity pro you are.
She Doesn't Know What's Coming
A Person Who Hacked My Credit Card Emailed Me, Asking Why I Canceled His Flight
My credit card was hacked. I think the guy did it by hacking my Gmail account because he signed up for Priceline using the Gmail login button.
I called my bank and canceled it. I logged into Priceline to see if I could get any information about the person who booked the flight. I saw I could cancel it for no charge. So I did it because it was going to be faster to get a refund from Priceline than my bank.
Two days later I got this email. It had his photo and phone number. It matched the name on the flight too.
Excuse Me?
Don’t forget, sleep is your brain's secret weapon that keeps your cognitive powers in top shape. Not getting enough rest can impair memory, attention, and your decision-making abilities. Imagine: You are staring blankly at the fridge, wondering what exactly you are looking for. It's like your brain hit the snooze button along with your alarm clock.
That's why it's important to prioritize quality sleep. Aim for a solid 7-9 hours of uninterrupted shut-eye every night, and it will help you efficiently tackle whatever challenges the day throws your way.
Gatekeeping Gen-Xers From Their Own Music
Only one of those people would have spent time in the 90's listening to Nirvana, etc and the other.........thinks "middle aged" people can't wear band t-shirts of popular bands or of bands they like.
Umm... So Who's Gonna Tell Him
Freedom Of Religion, Never Heard Of It
With a bit of mindfulness, a good night's sleep, and some stress-busting techniques up our sleeves, we can turn those dumb moments into tiny blips on the radar of our brilliant minds. Meanwhile, it never hurts to enjoy those occasional silly situations where we goof up. Have you ever experienced a brain fart? Tell us about your funniest struggles in the comments below.
Of All The Things That Didn’t Happen, This Did Not Happen The Most
My Sister Called And Asked Why Her Dryer Kept Stopping
Ladies And Gentlemen, The Substances My Cleaning Woman Reported To The Police. It's A Thermal Paste For A Computer, Found Next To PC Parts
Trust lost. Sign of stupidity. It's literally written on the syringe. Fire her, before she burns down your house.
I Have No Words
Probably Shouldn't Have Replaced The Carrots
Toxic Masculinity At Its Finest
Virgin Mary Strikes Again
"Can You Do This Report With Someone Who Doesn't Have That British Accent?"
Stepdad Thinks Eclipse Will Burn Us Alive
My stepdad will not let me remove this thin foil for the entire week because he thinks the eclipse will burn us somehow, and now the entire apartment looks like a cave (the first photo is my room, and the second is the kitchen/living room).
I'm surprised that he didn't use all the foil making his hats.
Apparently, Cleopatra VII Was African-American
The Sunburn Won’t Give Her Cancer, The Sunscreen Will
And Gay Men Were Breastfed By Their Fathers?
Don't Park In Front Of Fire Hydrants, Folks
They do this intentionally to teach you not to park in front of hydrants.
An Idiot In A 34-Ton Cement Truck Tried To Drive On A 4-Ton Wooden Bridge
Man Punctures Leg With Drill, Treats It With Homeopathic Remedies
Synonyms
"He Looks Very White For A Spanish Guy"
Apparently, Crying At Your Wedding Is Considered Gay Now
When Main Characters Expose Themselves Like This
Well in fairness, think of the people he probably hangs with. He might just be the top 86%.
Women Lose Their Autism If They Have A Child
Blood Is Blue, Apparently
This is sadly a common myth. Deoxygenated blood is a darker red than oxygenated blood, but both are still very much red
I May Not Be A Smart Man, But I Know What Stupid Is
Someone Forgot How An Acronym Works
Fiancée Wanted An Iced Latte
Imagine Settling Into Your Nice First-Class Seat And Having To Deal With This The Entire Flight
I would be mighty tempted to take the money - and continue coughing in his direction for the rest of the flight
The Entitlement Is Strong With This One
The Client Used Paper To Walk Into The Room Along The Floor With Glue While We Were At Lunch
Science Is Too Hard
My Mom Threw All The Chocolate Waffles Outside For The Birds, Thinking The Chocolate Was Mold
I guesss that's better than eating waffles with mold and thinking its chocolate
Georgia
An Honest Mistake
Let Me Just Fill This Iron With Sugar Water, What Could Go Wrong?
This Is Actually Insane
Who's Going To Tell Him That That's Simply Oxidation, And Not "Toxins"?
"How To Fix It?"
What Do You Expect Them To Do?
Just Leave Your Neighbor Alone
Woke Up To This Conversation Between My Co-Owner And A New Member
Our Flight Attendant Repeatedly Insisted That My Son "Turn Off His Device"
For The Last Six Years, I Thought My Car's Hood Emblem Was Blue. It Turns Out, It Was Just A Protective Film
Scissors Of Satan
I have a hunch, when they move in together at least one of their cats will be named Emily Dickinson.
He Really Said That With His Whole Chest
Oh drat, I better start warning the other 4.6 million people who live here in Cape Town that we better start packing, as all this time we have been living in a direction. Sorry for the other millions of South Africans, but I don't have time to warn them all. Thanks for the laugh on this cold autumn day.
The Amount Of Likes Is Scary
Wait, What?
They actually used to push them towards, then off, the edge of cliffs.
Mom Needs To Go Back To School
That’s One Way To Approach The Topic, I Guess
It's people like this that give Christians a bad name 🤦🏼♀️. Please note, I'm not trying to start a theological debate - everyone should be free to believe what they believe, without hate.
Everybody Can Run 7-Minute Miles
I kind of get this one after you hear stories of mothers lifting entire cars to save their children and such. It's not mental toughness though it's pushing past you bodies natural defense mechanisms that keep you from injuring yourself.
Nissan Rogue Driver Gets Stuck Making A Turn On A Denver Bike Path Footbridge
Flat-Earthers Indoctrinating Children From Birth
My Friend Met A Guy Very Confused By Pronouns
To me this sounds like a person trying, getting it wrong, and apologising
Just Accept Him
Finally Found One
If the sun exploded, we'd see it 8 minutes later. But the sound wouldn't reach us until 14 years later. Doesn't matter tho, because, well, we're all dead.
And 120 Minutes Is 1 Hour And 20 Minutes, Right?
Looks like someone forgot how ratios work. Time to go back to middle school
This Riddle Doesn't Make Sense. I'm Desperately Trying To Work Out Their Reasoning, But Nothing Fits
What Could Go Wrong With Taking 10' Boards Home In A Small Car?
I know a guy that has done this to his (now ex ) wife’s car multiple times !
Not A Single One Of These Is A Triangle
Who Gave This Guy A Medical Degree
My eyes are week, I need to add glasses. My brain lacks neurotransmitters and -receivers, I need to add those
Truly, One Of The Dumbest People
There Are 10 Different Kinds Of People: Those Who Understand Binary, And Those Who Don't
Can I Use Facebook But Not Google?
Phone Case Kiosk Guy Fitted And Sold This Case To My Clueless Grandmother
Good Math Skills Are Hard To Come By
Americans Are Also Europeans
What Could Go Wrong With Ironing A Synthetic Shirt
I Can't Help But Wonder If They All Can't Read Or If They Just Insist On Being Dumb
This Is Insane. Less Than $1000 For 100 Hours
Most of these must have come from R/MildlyInfuriating cuz these sure raised my blood pressure significantly.
I think I follow politics to closely so I just laughed. This is run of the mill stupid compared to Republicans, Tories our conservatives in Australia.
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I once taught a 16/17 year old girl who said it was impossible to have anything above 100% and this girl had a C in GCSE. Another time, and this was the WHOLE room of adults I mentioned the experiment where two object were dropped on the moon (feather and hammer) that proved in a vaccum things fall at the same rate - I got called a moron... By EVERYONE.
I asked the person at the counter at Baskin Robbins for a quart of a certain flavor of ice cream. She said they had no more one-quart containers. I said, ok just give me two pints for the same price. She froze, stammered, acted like I was trying to trick her, then refused. Another excellent product of our public schools.
I understand this, though. You have to ring things into the cash register, mostly using bar codes. If you don't physically have a one quart there to take the code from them you cannot make the cash register give the one quart price, it won't do it. Also, 2 smaller things are more expensive than one big one due to packaging and transport costs (round containers make you transport a lot of air in your truck) and the costs of handling and storing the items in store, so they are not the same price at all and not interchangeable. Cashier likely working out if this is possible with her register and without getting fired, and that jammed up her brain in being able to respond.
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A stupid thread where scientific facts are downvoted... because people apparently doesn't agree with science 🤷♀️
Most of these must have come from R/MildlyInfuriating cuz these sure raised my blood pressure significantly.
I think I follow politics to closely so I just laughed. This is run of the mill stupid compared to Republicans, Tories our conservatives in Australia.
Load More Replies... I once taught a 16/17 year old girl who said it was impossible to have anything above 100% and this girl had a C in GCSE. Another time, and this was the WHOLE room of adults I mentioned the experiment where two object were dropped on the moon (feather and hammer) that proved in a vaccum things fall at the same rate - I got called a moron... By EVERYONE.
I asked the person at the counter at Baskin Robbins for a quart of a certain flavor of ice cream. She said they had no more one-quart containers. I said, ok just give me two pints for the same price. She froze, stammered, acted like I was trying to trick her, then refused. Another excellent product of our public schools.
I understand this, though. You have to ring things into the cash register, mostly using bar codes. If you don't physically have a one quart there to take the code from them you cannot make the cash register give the one quart price, it won't do it. Also, 2 smaller things are more expensive than one big one due to packaging and transport costs (round containers make you transport a lot of air in your truck) and the costs of handling and storing the items in store, so they are not the same price at all and not interchangeable. Cashier likely working out if this is possible with her register and without getting fired, and that jammed up her brain in being able to respond.
Load More Replies... A stupid thread where scientific facts are downvoted... because people apparently doesn't agree with science 🤷♀️
