Warning signs come in all shapes and sizes. While that sounds cliché, you still gotta admit that it is true—even more so when a sign breaks convention and casually throws a joke your way.
And those who get it might end up taking a picture and then posting it online. Perhaps, in a dedicated Facebook group called Funny Warning Signs. And then the rest of the world has a good laugh.
One effective warning sign, indeed.
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So, Funny Warning Signs is a Facebook group that deals with all manner of signs. Contrary to the name, it’s not necessarily all warning signs per se. Not even signs sometimes. But what is a warning, anyway, if not a bit of important information that people should be aware of? Oh, and occasional memes too.
Whatever the case, the group is home to a modest 5,400 members and has been around since 2013.
As already hinted previously, the group features primarily warning signs, but there are other kinds of signage. This also includes photos of clothing, memes, and other loosely interpreted concepts of signs.
But I'm sure there wouldn't be anything better than watching beautiful human beings whilst having a purring cat on your lap.....can't believe I just said that!
best idea ever! a strip club combined with a cat cafe!!
Load More Replies...Many moons ago, I waitressed at a strip club. On Fridays, we had an awesome deal for fried shrimp and a loaded baked potato. And the food was good! It didn't look like the average strip club, had a simple sign, was named after a state, and had a covered, circular entry with valet. A couple came in soon after we opened at 11 am. The place inside was all mirrors, taxidermed animals, including 2 real zebras, in a fighting stance on the main stage, with a pole. They ordered their food. Us waitresses had to wear black clothing, mostly a nice shirt and skirts. As soon as they got their food, it was showtime. DJ makes his announcement, "Ladies and gentlemen, let's welcome (typical stripper name) to the stage," and a song comes on. The pure shock on the woman's face has been embedded in my brain. The manager was called, food was comped, and they left. I can only imagine what was said in the car.
This is hilarious! I wonder if the man knew.
Load More Replies...well, if things don't work out, you could change the business model and not even have to change signs!
This is in my town and where I adopted Mia. It's a chill place, serves coffee/tea/beer.
I thought someone would have to fill that teed up pun void. I just couldn't decide how to phrase it. You did well.
Load More Replies...The fact that they had to put the sign there says a lot, kinda makes you wonder how many people asked before they got tired of it
63 years ago my dad was paid 25 cents per cat to a chinese restraunt....seriously him and his friends would round up barn cats and make at least 2.00 a week to split...a lot of money back in the day
Ohhh mmnm you think those chicken balls are chicken....dad still felt guilty after all these years , he was young, poor imigrant that needed to feed his family as a young boy....sum yun catchoy
Load More Replies...This would've been better if there were accompanying photos of all the confused expressions on men's faces thinking otherwise.
It goes without saying that pairing up humor with signs is a good idea in general. The main benefit of humor in a warning sign is that folks typically remember information that was conveyed in a humorous way. It’s the it factor that makes something unique and hence easier to remember. And to throw out in casual conversation.
There is also the added bonus of the other benefits of humor. Jokes are known to increase energy levels, all the while reducing negative emotions, increasing interest in the subject and can form a positive self-image to others. No wonder folks bask in the title of being the funny man.
It is important to note that there is a degree of uncertainty among some studies of humor. It all boils down to disputes over the mechanisms behind the benefits of humor and how it translates into practice. The general consensus that humor is overall good still remains a more favored conclusion, though humor does manifest differently depending on the situation.
Besides warning signs, humor is considered a good social skill to have. And as such, it is beneficial in scenarios when you’re trying to cheer someone up, when you want to establish a rapport with others, then you’re trying to generate interest, or if you just want the thing you’re working on to stand out more.
Social conventions aside, humor is a great mnemonic (tool for memorizing and remembering) and makes teaching more effective.
This is besides humor and jokes being a good way of generating unique approaches and ideas to things, especially in terms of marketing and communication.
Humor has a number of facets that folks ought to consider before using for maximum effect. The user has to consider the type, style, amount, timing and delivery. After all, dark humor is not for everyone, some get tired of it fast, some don’t pick up on sarcasm, and sometimes it’s just too soon. But that’s what makes humor amazing—the unique variety of combinations available to you.
When you realize the best police cars in America are in Sandwich, Illinois
Except this is a picture of a Sandwich, MA police car. Source- It is my hometown.
And humor on signs adds a new dimension of depth—a situation in which you’d expect a lot of formality and not much creativity as signs are there to inform, usually those who can’t get distracted and thus need a very precise message. The restrictions and limitations only add to the challenge.
So, what are your thoughts on any of this? Seen any funny signs out there lately? Perhaps you’d want to share the experience with everyone in the comment section below?
No? Well, then, here’s a rabbit hole of funny signs on Facebook. Bye!
What happens in the changing rooms stays in the changing rooms.
The management does achieve its objective. To be able to put an actual screw, you need to cover the drink - which is they want anyway.
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#1 is very heartening. Nothing here particularly funny though.
#1 is very heartening. Nothing here particularly funny though.