55 funny quotes expressing a sense of humor

Quotes full of sarcasm and wit that show the extent to which humor is based on the simple.

Sense of humor is something very characteristic and difficult to define.although we all possess it to a greater or lesser extent.

Having it implies being able to observe the comic side of the events of our daily lives, sometimes with blurred boundaries between comedy and seriousness or even tragedy (sometimes even from a point of view for some offensive or even macabre) or referring to ridiculous aspects of reality. It makes it easier to relax, to relativize things and even allows us to have greater resilience or resistance to stressful and traumatic events of our day to day life.

In the following lines you will find a selection of funny phrases that besides showing the different ways in which humor is expressed, allow us to smile a little (albeit sardonically).

A selection of funny sayings

Here is a small collection of funny phrases to pass the time, some of which can even be considered small jokes, collected from different media and sources. Also, many of them are or have been invented or used by great figures of historical relevance and / or the world of comedy.

1. Don't take life too seriously. You won't get out of it alive (Elbert Hubbard)

Funny phrase that reminds us of the need to enjoy things instead of worrying so much about them.

2. A clear conscience is a sign of a bad memory (Steven Wright)

Nobody is perfect. We all have something to be ashamed of.

3. I like long walks, especially when they are taken by annoying people (Fred Allen).

Feeling harassed by someone we can't stand is especially frustrating.

4. I think I have found the missing link between the animal and civilized man. It is us (Konrad Lorenz)

This famous author lets us see that we are really we are not as civilized as we think we are.

5. I never feel as lonely as when I need to put sunscreen on my back (Jimmy Kimmel)

The feeling of loneliness always depends on the context.

6. Always remember that you are unique. Absolutely the same as everyone else (Margaret Mead)

In our eagerness to be unique and unrepeatable we often forget that others are also unique and that deep down we are more alike than we think.

7. I am sure that the universe is full of intelligent life. He was simply too smart to come here (Arthur C. Clark).

The author makes fun in this sentence of human stupidity in general.

8. There are only two infinite things: the universe and human stupidity. And I'm not so sure about the first one (Albert Einstein)

It is impossible to mention the infinity of our own stupidity without mentioning this sentence by Einstein.

9. An expert is someone who explains something simple to you in a confusing way that makes you think the confusion is your fault (William Castle).

Sometimes we make the simple tremendously complex.

10. Of course I understand. Even a five year old could understand it. Bring me a five year old! (Groucho Marx)

A phrase that laughs at one's own stupidity and the stubbornness of not accepting it.

11. Outside the dog, a book is probably man's best friend, and inside the dog it's probably too dark to read (Groucho Marx).

The double entendre was a great resource employed by this famous comedian.

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12. An archaeologist is the best husband a woman could have. The older she gets, the more interested he is in her. (Agatha Christie)

Commentary that makes fun of the preoccupation with age, more marked in the female gender due to gender stereotypes.

13. Working is not bad, what's bad is having to work (Don Ramón)

Phrase from Chavo del 8 in which we are comically reminded of our unwillingness to have to fulfill our obligations.

14. Age is something that doesn't matter, unless you are a cheese (Luis Buñuel)

We overemphasize age for everything, when in reality it means almost nothing unless it is accompanied by experience.

15. If only God would give me a clear sign! Like making a big deposit in my name in a Swiss bank (Woody Allen)

A comical phrase referring to the desire to make a fortune without effort.

16. A celebrity is a person who works all his life to be known, then puts on dark glasses to avoid being recognized (Fred Allen).

Criticism of the search and/or desire for fame of part of the population, when most celebrities end up getting tired of their multiple disadvantages.

17. I hate housework! You make the beds, you clean the dishes and six months later you have to start all over again (Joan Rivers)

A phrase that makes fun of one's own laziness in doing housework.

18. I usually cook with wine, sometimes I even add it to the food (W.C. Fields)

Small mockery or criticism with a satirical tone concerning the excessive consumption of alcohol.

19. Money does not bring happiness, but it gives such a similar sensation that you need a very advanced specialist to verify the difference (Woody Allen).

Cynical phrase that shows that although it may not bring happiness, a good economy allows us access to a great number of goods, services and possibilities that most of us desire.

My wife and I were happy for 20 years. Then, we met (Rodney Dangerfield)

A phrase that jokes about relationships and the monotony that can develop in them.

21. Life is hard. After all, it kills you (Katherine Hepburn)

Phrase that refers to the fact that death is part of life.

22. When life gives you lemons, throw them in someone's eyes (Cathy Guisewite)

The author of this phrase urges us not to let ourselves fall into discouragement.

23. Surely there are many reasons for divorces, but the main one is and will be the wedding (Jerry Lewis).

This actor uses logic to find the main reason why divorces can exist: the need to be married to be able to do it.

24. Of course you should get married. If you get a good wife, you will become happy. If you get a bad one, you will become a philosopher (Socrates).

Curious phrase due to the fact that the person who said it is one of the greatest philosophers of the world. one of the greatest philosophers in history.. Socrates was making fun of himself and his bad relationship with his wife.

25. If you could kick the guy responsible for almost all your problems in the ass, you wouldn't be able to sit down for a month (Theodore Roosevelt).

Roosevelt joked about the need to take responsibility for one's own problems and not blame others for one's mistakes.

26. Never put off until tomorrow what you can do the day after tomorrow (Mark Twain)

A phrase that invites us to procrastinate.

27. My idea of a nice person is a person who agrees with me (Benjamin Disraeli)

In this phrase we see how we generally consider more acceptable and closer to those people who agree with our opinions.

28. I would like to take you seriously, but to do so would be to offend your intelligence (George Bernard Shaw)

The author makes fun of his interlocutor with this phrase, making it clear that if he is acting seriously he would be being unintelligent.

29. A successful man is one who earns more money than his wife can spend. A successful woman is one who can find such a man (Lana Turner).

Joke that references traditional gender roles and clichés..

30. Never forget a face, but in your case I'll be glad to make an exception (Groucho Marx).

A somewhat sarcastic phrase that makes clear the little appreciation and desire to see another person again.

31. Laugh and the world laughs with you, snore and you sleep alone (Anthony Burgess)

Phrase that jokes with the annoyance that usually supposes for the majority the fact that someone snores.

32. I find television very educational. Every time someone turns it on, I retire to another room and read a book (Groucho Marx).

Mockery and criticism of the world of television.

33. Sex is like mus: if you don't have a good partner... you'd better have a good hand (Woody Allen)

A phrase that refers to onanism as a way of self-satisfaction in the absence of satisfactory sexual relations.

34. Those people who think they know everything are a real nuisance to those of us who really know everything (Isaac Asimov).

This important author jokes in this phrase with presumptuousness that implies pretending to know everything.

35. Love never dies of hunger; often, of indigestion (Ninon de Lenclos)

This writer reflected that if love disappears, it is mainly because of disillusionment or the appearance of other people, not because of mere fading.

36. Santa Claus had the right idea: he visits people once a year (Víctor Borge)

A phrase that makes fun of the experience of obligatory visits to the environment, even if you don't really feel like it.

37. To be young again, I would do anything in the world except exercise, get up early or be respectable (Oscar Wilde).

This phrase expresses the unwillingness to strive to achieve what we would like to achieve.

38. My plastic plants died because I didn't pretend to water them (Mitch Hedberg)

Criticism of today's society's excessive need for appearances.

39. I went on a diet, swore I would never drink or overeat again, and in fourteen days I had lost two weeks (Joe E. Lewis).

A phrase that jokes about the lack of willpower when it comes to following diets or getting in shape.

40. I exercise often. Look, just yesterday I had breakfast in bed (Oscar Wilde).

A phrase referring to the difficulty and laziness of exercising when you are not used to it.

41. Everything is funny, as long as it is happening to someone else (Will Rogers)

42. Everything is funny, as long as it's happening to someone else (Will Rogers)

Many people laugh when a friend or colleague has a funny fall. But not so much for the sufferer.

43. People are like music: some convey the truth, and some are just noise (Bill Murray).

An aphorism about art and about human wisdom.

44. Never go to a doctor whose office plants have died (Erma Bombeck)

How far do the limits of a doctor's competence go?

45. Clothes make the man; naked people have little or no influence on society (Mark Twain).

Aesthetics matter more than it seems even in the most basic aspects of life.

46. Behind every great man is a woman frowning (Jim Carrey).

An alternative version of a famous and somewhat old-fashioned phrase.

47. Never do anything out of hunger, not even eating (Frank Semyon)

Above all, keep a cool head.

48. I haven't spoken to my wife in years, I wouldn't want to interrupt her (Rodney Dangerfield).

The blurred line between cordiality and selfishness.

49. What the world needs is more geniuses with humility; we are so scarce.... (Oscar Levant)

Two virtues hard to find together.

50. Trust is 10% work and 90% delusion (Tina Fey).

Much of our ability to stop doubting and take action stems from optimism.

There's no such thing as fun for the whole family (Jerry Seinfeld).

The age difference is always a factor.

52. Everyone has a purpose in life, maybe yours is to watch TV (David Letterman).

Who can judge the values and priorities of others?

53. Marriages are like mushrooms: we find out too late if they are good or bad (Woody Allen)

Woody Allen is not exactly known for his optimism when analyzing relationships.

54. Talking about music is like dancing about architecture (Steve Martin)

A curious image that expresses a lot.

55. When I was a child I was told that anyone could become president. Today I'm beginning to believe that it's true (Clarence Darrow)

A phrase with two very different interpretations.