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Signs are meant to inform, warn, or direct, but sometimes, they unintentionally entertain. Whether due to poor wording, clever humor, or just plain absurdity, some signs end up being comedic gold.

Thanks to the internet, we no longer have to stumble upon them by accident—there’s even a whole subreddit, r/funnysigns, dedicated to collecting the most ridiculous ones.

Here are 25 of the funniest signs that prove not all signage is created equal.

1. Some people might need this reminder

"Not knowing who Taylor Swift is doesn’t make you interesting."


Image Source: Reddit | u/Key_Shoe5850

2. A dog-friendly policy we can all support

"Dogs welcome. People tolerated."


Image Source: Reddit | u/phoenix-fatale

3. Coffee fixes everything

"Given enough coffee, I could rule the world."


Image Source: Reddit | u/AprilBoon

4. Watch your step—sort of

"Caution: This sign has sharp edges. Also, the bridge is out ahead."


Image Source: Reddit | u/Winnin_Dylan_

5. Priorities: Keep the cat inside!

"Please close the door behind you. DO NOT LET THE CAT OUT! No matter what it tells you!"


Image Source: Reddit | u/GigaPrime14900

6. Cats really are the masterminds

"If a cat asks for a cheeseburger, give it one. You don’t want to know what happens if you don’t."


Image Source: Reddit | u/Zion_Annabella

7. Nice try

"Always read the fine print."


Image Source: Reddit | u/Winnin_Dylan_

8. Football confidence at its peak

"World champions… of a sport only we play."


Image Source: Reddit | u/Khaleeasi24

9. The toughest decision you’ll make all day

"Hmmm."


Image Source: Reddit | u/Material-Practice-58



10. Not the CPR instructions we were expecting

"If someone collapses, administer CPR. If CPR doesn’t work, try turning it off and back on again."


Image Source: Reddit | u/Lovecutiepie77

11. Honesty is the best policy

"Lying is bad. Except when you tell someone they look good in those pants."


Image Source: Reddit | u/BaronVonBroccoli

12. Job requirements have changed

"Now hiring: Must be able to lift 50 lbs, work weekends, and fight off at least two raccoons a day."


Image Source: Reddit | u/PurpleRuby_

13. Someone really needed spellcheck

"Public Notice: The libary is close today."


Image Source: Reddit | u/Internetboy5434

14. Looking for the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles

"Caution: Sewer entrance. Heroes in a half-shell may be present."


Image Source: Reddit | u/Poke-girl56

15. In case of emergency… or not

"In case of fire, please use stairs. (Sign is next to an escalator)."


Image Source: Reddit | u/Swimming-Pool143

16. Why do we need to know this?

"Fun fact: The average person will walk past a murderer 36 times in their lifetime."


Image Source: Reddit | u/PrettySuccubus

17. Stating the obvious

"Warning: Water is wet."


Image Source: Reddit | u/celestial-chic

18. This store was ahead of its time

"Employees must wash hands before returning to work. We’ve been saying this since 1992!"


Image Source: Reddit | u/beachvbguy

19. The Force is strong with this one

"Please use the Force to open the door."


Image Source: Reddit | u/beachvbguy

20. Elevator or trampoline?

"To activate the elevator, please jump three times."


Image Source: Reddit | u/PurpleRuby_

21. Beware of the nighttime hunters

"Warning: This area is protected by highly trained owls."


Image Source: Reddit | u/ScarlettPrincess_

22. Karen’s personal space

"DO NOT TOUCH. This wall belongs to Karen."


Image Source: Reddit | u/Limp_Duck_9082

23. Not exactly good life advice

"Or get away from that road as soon as possible."


Image Source: Reddit | u/celestial-chic

24. A new spin on fast food slogans

"Make fast food great again."


Image Source: Reddit | u/AprilBoon

25. A truly ineffective calming method

"Would be great if it did work, though."


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