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Funny Quotes

Here at Reader’s Digest, we love a good joke–and that includes the funny quotes people say. From quotes by comedians to quotes by everyday people, we’ve got quips and anecdotes to help you find the light side in everyday life.

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50 Bad Jokes That You Can’t Help but Laugh At

Some bad jokes only deserve eye rolls and groans. But somehow, these manage to still be funny.

40 Comedians Reveal Their Favorite Jokes Ever

Funny people's favorite jokes: Some of our favorite comedians, humorists, actors, and laughter lovers share the one joke that always...


Meet the 38 Dumbest Criminals of All Time

You think they would have known to plan things out a little better.


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9 Funny Jokes to Defuse Awkward Situations at Work

The workplace is a hive of intrigue. But sometimes the right gag will stop a problem in its tracks.


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14 History Jokes Only History Buffs Will Understand

Test your history chops with these hilarious quips.

The 50 Funniest Jokes About All 50 States

Why are people laughing at your home state? Find out here—then give some back with these 50 jokes for 50...


Comedians Share Their Most Useful (and Hilarious) Advice for Dads

IKEA furniture comes with more instructions than that crying infant you’ve brought home from the hospital or the grumpy teenager...


The Write Way to Craft the Perfect Pun, According to a Competitive Punner

The best play on words takes a lot of playing with words.

14 Hilarious Tweets Only Left-Handers Will Truly Understand

International Lefthanders Day, on August 13, celebrates lefties around the globe, and also raises awareness of the daily issues lefties...