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A rectangle with some text is a time-honored way of conveying information to people, to the degree that most of us might be unnerved to go somewhere and find that there are zero signs. However, even in the thousands of years since we figured out writing, some folks still don’t know how to make a sign immediately legible.

So we’ve gathered some of the best and funniest examples of signs that honestly raise more questions than they answer. Get comfortable as you scroll through, upvote your favorites and if you have a crumb of context to share with other readers, be sure to leave your thoughts in the comments down below.

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    The Silent Truth

    Funny confusing sign displayed on a lightbox reading a silent M in the word masses as a joke about bees.

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    sbj
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    3 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Isn't it always?

    #4

    🐝

    Sign warning about bees outside, humorously stating the bees do not like you and mentioned you specifically.

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    sbj
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    3 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I always knew they were out to get me

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    #5

    So True

    Chalkboard sign with a humorous message about language, outdoors on a dirt path surrounded by plants and trees.

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    NJ P
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    3 hours ago

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    They mean you, Amurricans.

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    #6

    Immigrants Aren't “Taking Resources.” Billionaires Are Hoarding Them

    Billboard sign stating undocumented immigrants paid more taxes last year than Amazon, GM, IBM, and Netflix combined, funny confusing sign.

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    Verena
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    2 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not being familiar with the US tax system: How does this work? Where I live, if you are not registered, i.e. have a citizen service number assigned to you at birth or when officially immigrating temporarily as expat or permanently, you do not exist and cannot even open a local bank account.

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    #7

    And Don’t Forget Your Towel

    Yellow sign with fish illustrations and text do not panic organize, shown outdoors near water at sunset for funny confusing signs.

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    4 hours ago (edited)

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    #8

    Call Jim. Tell Him Thanks

    Funny and confusing sign on a rural billboard renting space to avoid injury lawyer advertisements.

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    #9

    Nor Does It Care

    Warning sign on a machine stating it does not know the difference between metal and flesh, a confusing and funny bees sign.

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    #10

    Saw This Over Friday Shore Traffic Outside Philly (Rt 76 King Of Prussia) They Speak The Truth!

    Concrete pedestrian bridge with a confusing protest sign reading prices up jobs down thanks gop under blue sky.

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    Laughed So Hard When I Saw This

    Bright now dental sign lit up oddly at night, creating a confusing and funny visual effect involving bees.

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    #14

    I Wonder What Led To This

    Sign showing a man crossing his leg with text prohibiting leg crossing in office, a confusing and funny sign from There Are Bees collection.

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    NJ P
    Community Member
    3 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Jesse Watters says it's not manly.

    #15

    Or Else…

    Funny and confusing sign about pulling pants up for decency, featured in there are bees signs collection.

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    alegra
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    3 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There are many locations that should use this sign, I think.

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    #16

    Working Hard And Raising A Family Usually Gets A Bad Rap

    Humorous sign with bold letters stating not enough rap songs about staying home and saving money, a funny and confusing bees sign.

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    #17

    Better Get Your Credit Card Out

    Funny no soliciting sign warning about $50 per minute fee for sales pitches and religious messages on a home door.

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    #18

    That’s A Moray!

    Funny confusing sign at Indian Hills Community Center with a pun about an eel biting a knee by the sea.

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    #19

    My Life Philosophy

    Funny sign with a humorous life quote about doors, part of confusing and funny signs featuring bees.

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    NJ P
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    3 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But only if they knock politely.

    #20

    Hmmmm

    Confusing and funny street signs showing not a through street and evacuation route in a forested area.

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    Verena
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    2 hours ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The plant I worked at had exactly this. Surrounded by a dense wood for some eco balance and noise damper. There is a gate which prevents the public walking into the plant by accident. In case of an emergency the gate was opened with security staff checking who entered. The emergency could be too the main road being closed due to accidents, so employees could still be on time by using this gate. I simple words: Non-factory related traffic has to stay out, and everybody on the road not related to the factory has to expect to be run over by emergency services and/or employees

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    #21

    At A Zipline Adventure In Tennessee

    Funny warning sign about angry bees used as decoy to deter thieves and protect valuables from being stolen.

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    Louise
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    2 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just nipping out for decoy purse. Anyone know where to get some angry bees?

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    #22

    At The Local Brewery

    Yellow humorous sign with confusing rules about playing piano, beer, and chopsticks, part of funny confusing signs collection.

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    #23

    At Least The Sign Is Horizontal

    Attention sign with confusing and funny message about not accepting vertical ID, related to bees signs.

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    NightOwlPanda
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    3 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So you want me to get horizontal to prove who I am?

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    #24

    Easy Peasy

    Funny confusing sign stating tent poles are not for pole dancing and to find alternative ways to disappoint your father.

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    #25

    🥧

    Funny confusing sign warning that only well behaved children are welcome, featured in funny bees signs collection.

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    NightOwlPanda
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    3 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Although "a fricassee or a ragout" is traditional. (IYKYK)

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    #26

    😳

    Funny confusing sign outside Balfurd Cleaners humorously inviting customers to drop pants for prompt attention.

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    #27

    Alien Graffiti Can Be Pretty Hurtful 🥺

    A confusing and funny sign that humorously reads Earth Boring at a construction site.

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    #28

    Til You're Not Allowed To Play Dice With Pigeons In Estonia😔

    No feeding pigeons sign posted below bus stop sign at a terminal with confusing and funny urban details.

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    Roxy222uk
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    3 hours ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They get so addîcted to the gambling aspect

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    #29

    On The Door At The Skating Rink

    Funny and confusing family event sign with colorful balloons stating parents are not allowed to leave, a humorous bees sign example

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    #30

    🐻

    Funny and confusing warning sign about grizzly bears in a dry, open landscape, related to bees and wildlife safety.

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    #31

    Warning: Don't Do This Incredibly Cool Thing

    Red sign says no riding in wagons down sidewalk with cartoon kid riding wagon, a funny confusing bees sign.

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    #33

    😬

    Warning sign on brick wall humorously advising not to ascend stairs in building with no fourth floor confusing funny signs.

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    Louise
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    2 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Plot of a new horror movie.

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    #35

    Thanks For Noticing

    Funny and confusing notice sign thanking viewers for noticing the notice, part of humorous signs about bees.

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    Beak Hookage
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    34 minutes ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If you notice this notice you'll notice this notice is not worth noticing.

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    Best Littering Sign I’ve Seen

    Funny confusing street sign listing reasons for littering with boxes checked, highlighting humor in public signage.

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    Umm What

    Church sign with a confusing and funny message questioning immigration that fits the theme of confusing signs and bees.

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    Roman Arendt
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    4 hours ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No one? But he might make an exception for DJT. To Point Nemo, maybe?

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    #38

    Why Precise Language Matters

    Green truck parked in a spot reserved for green vehicles, highlighting a funny and confusing parking sign situation.

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    Khavrinen
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    4 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Technically correct. The best kind of correct.

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    🤨

    Multiple confusing speed limit signs showing 45, 70, and 50 mph on a roadside, highlighting funny and confusing signs.

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    NJ P
    Community Member
    3 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just some random signs we had.

    #40

    Truth Is The Best Way For Most Any Situation

    Funny confusing sign at Indian Hill Community Center listing truth tellers including small children and drunk people.

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    #41

    Has Anyone Ever Seen A Speed Limit Sign That’s Not Divisible By 5 Before?

    Parking lot with a confusing speed limit sign showing 17 mph, illustrating funny and confusing signs about bees.

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    Khavrinen
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    3 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The parking lot at one of my bank's branches used to have a sign for 4MPH. Because FIVE is just way too dangerous, I guess....

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    #42

    Ahhhh.... Ya Got Me

    Confusing and funny street sign reading attention oh sorry nevermind in an urban parking lot scene.

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    #45

    Convenient 😜

    Taco Bell and urgent care signs combined, illustrating confusing and funny sign examples with bees theme.

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    #46

    👿

    Sale sign showing cookies mislabeled as cookies for Satan, a funny and confusing sign for there are bees SEO keywords.

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    Roxy222uk
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    3 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well, that’s my next album title sorted

    #47

    I Guess Not Everything Is Self Explanatory🙄

    Confusing and funny sign about parking available in empty spaces only, illustrating quirky and humorous messages.

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    Lost Panda
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    3 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Probably an issue with people parking on the grass

    #48

    Any Ideas What This Means?

    Parking lot inundation sign warning about flooding during a 100 year flood, a confusing and funny sign.

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    V
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    4 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Real bad flood, car park get real wet.

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    #49

    I Guess I Work Here Now

    Funny confusing sign asking guests to answer the phone if the desk is unoccupied, showcasing humor in signs with bees theme.

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    Roxy222uk
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    3 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Are you absolutely sure you want me to speaking to prospective guests when they’re under the impression I’m an employee? Sometimes, I find, things I think are really funny other people don’t find helpful

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    #50

    🙀

    Confusing and funny sign showing a person holding a large object next to someone on fire on a wooden wall panel.

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    Kim Kermes
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    4 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Indicates the location of a fire blanket for extinguishing small fires. Design: Features a pictogram showing a person holding a blanket and another person near flames. Usage: Designed to be placed near kitchen areas or exits. Google lens is our friend

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    #51

    🤨

    Church sign with confusing and funny message about coming again in unexpected places and faces on Sunday.

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    Louise
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    2 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Subtitle of a p0rn movie.

    #52

    😂

    Funny confusing sign about service and drinks for men and women, featuring bees as a humorous SEO keyword focus.

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    Beak Hookage
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    31 minutes ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Okay, you asked for it. *takes off shirt* *moments later, the screaming begins*

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    #53

    Found In Triberg Germany In The Black Forrest

    Sign on a window stating they don’t accept plastic money because they don’t sell plastic food, funny confusing sign.

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    #54

    A Good Sign

    Red and white sign outdoors with text urging to notice what it feels like to be alive, a funny and confusing bee-related sign.

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    Beak Hookage
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    32 minutes ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Right now being alive involves random aches and existential dread with a side order of vaguely defined panic.

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    #55

    What The Heck Is This Supposed To Mean?!

    Elevator with a funny and confusing sign showing a man holding a child’s hand while a crossed-out child figure appears nearby.

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    Newtonian Fluids Acceptable

    Close-up of a funny and confusing sign about not pouring corn starch down the drain, featuring bold text on paper.

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    Louise
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    2 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    One for the science geeks.

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    #57

    If Only There Was A Better Way To Measure Speed . .

    Red sign in a wooded area instructing self check speed zones and to self-monitor speed humorously.

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    #59

    I Got It ! In Case Of An Emergency I Go Out The Window!

    Funny and confusing sign showing a person crawling through a window labeled with there are bees for humorous effect.

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    NJ P
    Community Member
    3 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When the husband of the wife you're boinking comes home. No time for pants.

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    #60

    10 Years And Still There

    A confusing funny store aisle sign showing feminine care, carpet cleaners, and garden supplies together.

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    #61

    Florida Local Intersection

    Stop sign with an additional confusing and funny sign explaining that it is a stop sign, featuring bees nearby.

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    Beak Hookage
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    30 minutes ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ⬆️This is a username and profile picture.

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    #63

    🚪

    Gray metal door with the text not a door on a brick wall, a confusing and funny sign about there are bees.

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    NJ P
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    3 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When is a door not a door? When it is ajar.

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    #64

    Warning: Duck And Something Else

    Warning sign showing a building, confused people, and a duck with bees flying between them in a humorous way

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    NJ P
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    3 hours ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Watch out for whole loaves being tossed.

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    #65

    10 Years Experience And A Masters Degree Required:

    Sign in a bathroom warning no phones allowed and humorously mentioning a smell test for bathroom breaks.

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