50+ Goldfish Jokes
Goldfish jokes, aquarium humor, and memory-challenged punchlines.
I once had a goldfish that could break-dance on a carpet, but only for like 20 seconds...
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'I once had a goldfish that could break-dance on a carpet,', then the trigger 'but only for like 20 seconds...' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
As told to me by an 85 year old shriner clown. Little 8 year old Susie is in her back yard digging a hole. Her neighbor Mr. Johnson peeks over the fence and says "gee Susie, what's going on?" Susie says "I'm digging a hole, it's pretty obvious." Mr. Johnson asks "why are you digging a hole?" Susie replies "I'm burying my gold fish." Mr Johnson laughs and asks "Why is the hole so big?" Susie replies "Because my goldfish is inside your fucking cat". Edit: He will be happy to know you liked it! Not sure he would get the whole reddit front page thing though.
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'As told to me by an 85 year old shriner clown. Little 8 year old Susie is in her back yard digging a hole. Her neighb...', then the trigger 'Not sure he would get the whole reddit front page thing though.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
I have goldfish named Major, Minor, and Diminished. I can tell them apart by their scales.
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'I have goldfish named Major, Minor, and Diminished.', then the trigger 'I can tell them apart by their scales.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
A boy goes up to a girl and says "hey baby what's up"... She says "I have a boyfriend", he says "I have a math test". The girl says "What's that got to do with anything?", he replies "I thought we were just naming things we are going to cheat on." **EDIT**: Okaaay, this is on the front page? It's a joke my friends 9 year old son told me that's so dumb it made me chuckle so I thought I'd share it. I'd never heard it before, which apparently is some kind of crime according to the comments. Comment breakdown: * "This joke is so old, you're a terrible person for posting it" * "The way this joke really goes is something about a chicken/goldfish/Chinese apples not mattering" * "Why did you mark this NSFW?!" (hint: because I wanted to click the NSFW link for some reason) * Some stuff about my mom * Some comments about me being 12 (I'm 35 BTW)
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'A boy goes up to a girl and says "hey baby what's up"... She says "I have a boyfriend", he says "I have a math test"....', then the trigger '* Some comments about me being 12 (I'm 35 BTW)' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is meta-humor with incongruity-resolution.
Little 8 year old Susie is in her back yard digging a hole.. ..Her neighbor Mr. Johnson peeks over the fence and says *"Gee Susie, what's going on?"* Susie says, *"I'm digging a hole, it's pretty obvious"* Mr. Johnson asks, *"Why are you digging a hole?"* Susie replies, *"I'm burying my gold fish"* Mr. Johnson laughs and asks *"Why is the hole so big?"* Susie replies, *"Because my goldfish is inside your fucking cat".*
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'Little 8 year old Susie is in her back yard digging a hole.. ..Her neighbor Mr. Johnson peeks over the fence and says...', then the trigger 'Susie replies, *"Because my goldfish is inside your fucking cat".*' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
A guy takes a girl to the state fair for their first date. The guy asks her what she wants to do, she says, "I want to get weighed." So they visit the weighing booth, where the worker attempts to guess her weight. He guesses wrong the first time, and she gets a teddy bear. They get some funnel cake and play whack-a-mole, until the guy asks again, "I'm having a really great time with you. Now what do you want to do?" She replies, "I want to get weighed!" Confused because they'd already done this, the boy takes her to a different weighing station, and the person there also guesses wrong. She wins a goldfish. After some cotton candy and a merry go round ride, he asks for the third time, "Wow, babe, that was really fun, but what do you want to do now?" Frustrated, the girl says, "I want to get WEIGHED!" And the guy is exasperated, but takes her to another weighing station, where the worker actually guesses her weight correctly. But by now, the boy is really irritated and drops off the girl at home without so much as a kiss. When the girl returned, her mother asked, "How was your date, sweetie?" "Wousy," the girl replied.
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'A guy takes a girl to the state fair for their first date. The guy asks her what she wants to do, she says, "I want t...', then the trigger '"Wousy," the girl replied.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
Nancy and the gold fish Little Nancy is digging a hole in the back yard when her neighbor looks over the fence. "What are you doing little girl?" "My goldfish died, so I'm digging a hole to bury it." The neighbor smiles: "But isn't that hole a little big for a gold fish?" "Not if it's inside your fucking cat."
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'Nancy and the gold fish Little Nancy is digging a hole in the back yard when her neighbor looks over the fence. "What...', then the trigger '"Not if it's inside your fucking cat."' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
Bury the dead! One day little Timmy is in his back yard digging a hole. His neighbor, seeing him there, decides to investigate. "Whatcha doin?" he asked. Timmy replies, "My goldfish died and I'm burying him." "That's an awful big hole for a goldfish, ain't it?" asked the neighbor. Timmy shot back, "That's because he's inside your fuckin' cat!!!"
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'Bury the dead! One day little Timmy is in his back yard digging a hole. His neighbor, seeing him there, decides to in...', then the trigger 'Timmy shot back, "That's because he's inside your fuckin' cat!!!"' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is benign-violation.
My daughter told me this one today and it had me in stitches. Two goldfish are in a tank... One turns to the other and says: "You man the guns, I'll drive"
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'My daughter told me this one today and it had me in stitches. Two goldfish are in a tank...', then the trigger 'One turns to the other and says: "You man the guns, I'll drive"' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
When my pet goldfish died my parents thought it would be a great idea to replace it with a hamster... Poor little guy drowned in seconds..
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'When my pet goldfish died my parents thought it would be a great idea to replace it with a hamster...', then the trigger 'Poor little guy drowned in seconds..' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
About a Russian fisherman A Russian fisherman named Boris goes fishing one day. He catches a goldfish, which says "Don't eat me! If you let me go, I'll grant you one wish." Boris replies "Alright, I want to piss Vodka" The goldfish grants his wish, and Boris lets it go. When he comes home, his wife Natasha asks how the fishing went, but he hurriedly left for the bathroom. He took a glass from the kitchen first. When he took a piss in the glass, he was amazed that his wish came true. He smelled it, and it smelled like vodka. He looked at it, and it looked like vodka. He tasted it, and it tasted like the best vodka in the world. He ran downstairs and yelled "Natasha, taste this!" She replied "It's amazing! Where did you get it?" To what he replied "Ah, that's a secret!" So this continues for a few weeks, when Boris comes to bed with only 1 glass of Vodka. Natasha asked him "Why do you only have 1 glass, when there are 2 of us?" And so Boris smiled and said "Natasha... Tonight you drink straight from the bottle."
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'About a Russian fisherman A Russian fisherman named Boris goes fishing one day. He catches a goldfish, which says "Do...', then the trigger 'Tonight you drink straight from the bottle."' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is meta-humor with incongruity-resolution.
Two Goldfish are in a Tank One turns to the other and says.. "Do you know how to drive this thing?"
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'Two Goldfish are in a Tank One turns to the other and says..', then the trigger '"Do you know how to drive this thing?"' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
What's the difference between a goldfish and a mountain goat? Goldfish like to muck around the fountain.
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'What's the difference between a goldfish and a mountain goat?', then the trigger 'Goldfish like to muck around the fountain.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
Hockey players are like goldfish The way we get their attention is to tap on the glass
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'Hockey players are like goldfish', then the trigger 'The way we get their attention is to tap on the glass' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
Two Goldfish were in a tank. What did one fish ask the other? So how do you drive this thing?
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'Two Goldfish were in a tank. What did one fish ask the other?', then the trigger 'So how do you drive this thing?' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
The best part about owning a pet. You can blame your dog for farting, you can blame your cat for things falling over at night, and you can blame your goldfish for the screaming in the basement.
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'The best part about owning a pet. You can blame your dog for farting,', then the trigger 'you can blame your cat for things falling over at night, and you can blame your goldfish for the screaming in the bas...' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
My Grandpa says he has the heart of a lion and a lifetime of experience. The only problem is he also has the memory of a goldfish. He went upstairs to get his glasses and ended up napping in the guest room because he forgot why he was there.
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'My Grandpa says he has the heart of a lion and a lifetime of experience. The only problem is he also has the memory o...', then the trigger 'He went upstairs to get his glasses and ended up napping in the guest room because he forgot why he was there.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
2 Goldfish are in a tank. One turns to the other and asks "Do you know how to drive this thing?"
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward '2 Goldfish are in a tank.', then the trigger 'One turns to the other and asks "Do you know how to drive this thing?"' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
Epilepsy Paddy goes to the vet with his goldfish. βI think itβs got epilepsyβ he tells the vet. Vet takes a look and says βIt seems calm enough to meβ. Paddy says, βI havenβt taken it out of the bowl yet.β
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'Epilepsy Paddy goes to the vet with his goldfish. βI think itβs got epilepsyβ he tells the vet. Vet takes a look and...', then the trigger 'Paddy says, βI havenβt taken it out of the bowl yet.β' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
A man takes his son to see the fortune teller at the carnival After looking at the crystal ball for a bit, the old gypsy woman is noticeably crestfallen. "You poor bad-luck child. Tomorrow your pet will die, the week after that your best friend dies, and finally in a fort night your father will die." The father and son are both shocked and the father leaves with his son in tow without saying a word. Sure enough the next day the boys pet goldfish is floating dead in its bowl, the following week the boys best friend dies in a car crash. The whole week leading up to the fateful final day the father is praying, begging, and pleading for his life. On the final day nothing happens, the overjoyed father runs to his wife. "Honey it's gonna be okay. Look! I'm still alive, why are you still so sad?" "I'm sorry honey I can't help it I just found out the milk man died today."
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'A man takes his son to see the fortune teller at the carnival After looking at the crystal ball for a bit, the old gy...', then the trigger '"I'm sorry honey I can't help it I just found out the milk man died today."' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is benign-violation.
My Dad always calls me goldfish... I forget why
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'My Dad always calls me goldfish...', then the trigger 'I forget why' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
Two goldfish are in a tank... One said, "you man the guns, and I'll drive".
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'Two goldfish are in a tank...', then the trigger 'One said, "you man the guns, and I'll drive".' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
How do you make a goldfish old? Take away the G.
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'How do you make a goldfish old?', then the trigger 'Take away the G.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
A young boy is digging a hole in his garden... A neighbour walks past and says "what's the hole for?" The boy replies "my goldfish has died" The neighbour responds, "it's a rather big hole isn't it?" The boy replies once more "well yes, its got to fit your cat in it!"
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'A young boy is digging a hole in his garden... A neighbour walks past and says "what's the hole for?" The boy replies...', then the trigger 'The boy replies once more "well yes, its got to fit your cat in it!"' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
Two goldfish are alone in a tank, One says to the other one, "have any idea how to drive this thing?"
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'Two goldfish are alone in a tank,', then the trigger 'One says to the other one, "have any idea how to drive this thing?"' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
I'm going to buy my Dungeon Master a goldfish So I can carp a DM
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'I'm going to buy my Dungeon Master a goldfish', then the trigger 'So I can carp a DM' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
Two goldfish are sitting in a tank, one turns to the other and says... "You man the turret, I'll drive"
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'Two goldfish are sitting in a tank, one turns to the other and says...', then the trigger '"You man the turret, I'll drive"' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
Two goldfish are in a tank... ...one says to the other, "You man the gun, I'll drive."
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'Two goldfish are in a tank...', then the trigger '...one says to the other, "You man the gun, I'll drive."' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
I once saw a goldfish that could break-dance on a carpet, but only for like 20 seconds...
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'I once saw a goldfish that could break-dance on a carpet,', then the trigger 'but only for like 20 seconds...' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
How did one goldfish get the attention of another goldfish? He yelled, "A u, fish!"
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'How did one goldfish get the attention of another goldfish?', then the trigger 'He yelled, "A u, fish!"' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
How do you get a goldfish's attention? A U! Fish!
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'How do you get a goldfish's attention? A U!', then the trigger 'Fish!' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
My wife wants to have a kid... I bought her a goldfish and told her to wait a few million years.
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'My wife wants to have a kid...', then the trigger 'I bought her a goldfish and told her to wait a few million years.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
Two goldfish were in their tank... Two goldfish were in their tank. One turned to the other and said, "You man the guns; I'll drive."
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'Two goldfish were in their tank... Two goldfish were in their tank.', then the trigger 'One turned to the other and said, "You man the guns; I'll drive."' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
Why are goldfish crackers always smiling? Because they're baked..
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'Why are goldfish crackers always smiling?', then the trigger 'Because they're baked..' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
There were 2 goldfish in a tank One said to the other, "you man the guns, I drive."
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'There were 2 goldfish in a tank One said to the other,', then the trigger '"you man the guns, I drive."' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
Two goldfish meet in a fishbowl One says, "Hi, I'm John!" The other says, "John, listen closely. We're trapped in this fishbowl. I'm gonna count to 10 and then, we're both going to swim hard into that side of the bowl. If we do it hard enough, we'll tip it over and we'll be free!" The first goldfish says, "Hi, I'm John!"
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'Two goldfish meet in a fishbowl One says, "Hi, I'm John!" The other says, "John, listen closely. We're trapped in thi...', then the trigger 'The first goldfish says, "Hi, I'm John!"' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
Child: Dad, I don't like the goldfish... Dad: Shut up and eat your dinner.
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'Child: Dad, I don't like the goldfish...', then the trigger 'Dad: Shut up and eat your dinner.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
Best goldfish joke ever told Two goldfish were in their tank. One turned to the other and said, "You man the guns; I'll drive."
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'Best goldfish joke ever told Two goldfish were in their tank.', then the trigger 'One turned to the other and said, "You man the guns; I'll drive."' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
Little Nancy's dead goldfish Little Nancy was in the garden filling in a hole when her neighbor peered over the fence. Interested in what the little girl was up to, he politely asked, "What are you up to there, Nancy?" "My goldfish died," replied Nancy tearfully, without looking up, "and I've just buried him." The neighbor was concerned, "That's an awfully big hole for a goldfish, isn't it?" Nancy patted down the last heap of earth and then replied, "That's because he's inside your stupid cat."
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'Little Nancy's dead goldfish Little Nancy was in the garden filling in a hole when her neighbor peered over the fence...', then the trigger 'Nancy patted down the last heap of earth and then replied, "That's because he's inside your stupid cat."' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is benign-violation.
HER GOLDFISH DIED Little Nancy was in the garden filling in a hole when Her neighbour peered over the fence. Interested in what the cheeky-faced youngster was up to, he politely asked, "What are you doing there, Nancy?" "My goldfish died," replied Nancy tearfully without looking up, "and I`ve just buried him." The neighbour was very concerned. "That`s an awfully big hole for a goldfish, isn`t it?" Nancy patted down the last heap of dirt then replied, "That`s because he`s inside your freakin cat."
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'HER GOLDFISH DIED Little Nancy was in the garden filling in a hole when Her neighbour peered over the fence. Interest...', then the trigger 'Nancy patted down the last heap of dirt then replied, "That`s because he`s inside your freakin cat."' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
I was listening to my German Student perform Goldfish by Debussy... Unfortunately, his playing was rather Vichy.
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'I was listening to my German Student perform Goldfish by Debussy...', then the trigger 'Unfortunately, his playing was rather Vichy.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
What is the most expensive type of fish? A goldfish! I am not sorry.
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'What is the most expensive type of fish? A goldfish!', then the trigger 'I am not sorry.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
My friend asked me if goldfish suffer from depression i said "Yes, but very briefly..."
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'My friend asked me if goldfish suffer from depression', then the trigger 'i said "Yes, but very briefly..."' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
I don't know what's wrong with my goldfish... ...it was fine when I put it in its cage last night
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'I don't know what's wrong with my goldfish...', then the trigger '...it was fine when I put it in its cage last night' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
Hey, you know why goldfish are the only snack that smiles back? because they are baked.
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'Hey, you know why goldfish are the only snack that smiles back?', then the trigger 'because they are baked.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
How I display my dominance I like to sit and eat goldfish in front of Mr. Bubbles to show him who's boss.
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'How I display my dominance I like to sit and eat goldfish in front of Mr.', then the trigger 'Bubbles to show him who's boss.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is superiority.
Live Shark "Can I buy a live shark here?" "Lady, what do you want with a live shark?" "A neighbor's cat has been eating my goldfish, and I want to teach him a lesson."
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'Live Shark "Can I buy a live shark here?" "Lady, what do you want with a live shark?"', then the trigger '"A neighbor's cat has been eating my goldfish, and I want to teach him a lesson."' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
There are two goldfish in a tank. One says to the other... "You man the guns, I'll drive!"
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'There are two goldfish in a tank. One says to the other...', then the trigger '"You man the guns, I'll drive!"' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
I went into a pet shop. I said, βCan I buy a goldfish?β The guy said, βDo you want an aquarium?β I said, βI donβt care what star sign it is.β
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'I went into a pet shop.', then the trigger 'I said, βCan I buy a goldfish?β The guy said, βDo you want an aquarium?β I said, βI donβt care what star sign it is.β' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
Whatβs the most expensive fish? A goldfish.
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'Whatβs the most expensive fish?', then the trigger 'A goldfish.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
"Well there you have it" the man explained, "That's logical science at work. From finding out that you have a goldfish, I've discovered the size of your garden, all about your house, your family and your sex life!"
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward '"Well there you have it" the man explained, "That's logical science at work.', then the trigger 'From finding out that you have a goldfish, I've discovered the size of your garden, all about your house, your family...' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is benign-violation.
"Let me explain" the first builder continued, "Do you have a goldfish at home?"
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward '"Let me explain" the first builder continued, "Do you', then the trigger 'have a goldfish at home?"' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
As any fan of cat jokes knows, itβs all fun and games until the spouse gets involved. So, retrieve pill from goldfish bowl and cat from top of wardrobe. Call spouse from the garden.
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'As any fan of cat jokes knows, itβs all fun and games until the spouse gets involved. So, retrieve pill from goldfish...', then the trigger 'Call spouse from the garden.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
Yo mama so fat she makes "Free Willy" look like a goldfish.
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'Yo mama so fat she makes "Free Willy"', then the trigger 'look like a goldfish.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
What is the richest fish in the world? A goldfish
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'What is the richest fish in the world?', then the trigger 'A goldfish' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
Did you hear about the goldfish who went bankrupt? Now he's a bronze fish.
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'Did you hear about the goldfish who went bankrupt?', then the trigger 'Now he's a bronze fish.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
Doing His Homework! When Mother came home she was amazed to see Nathan sitting on a horse, writing something. βWhat on earth are you doing there?β he asked. βWell, the teacher told us to write an essay on our favorite animal.β Answered Nathan, βThatβs why Iβm here and thatβs why Sally sitting in the goldfish bowl.β
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'Doing His Homework! When Mother came home she was amazed to see Nathan sitting on a horse, writing something. βWhat o...', then the trigger 'βWell, the teacher told us to write an essay on our favorite animal.β Answered Nathan, βThatβs why Iβm here and thatβ...' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
A pregnant goldfish is called a twit.
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'A pregnant goldfish is called a twit.', then the trigger 'A pregnant goldfish is called a twit.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
What is the most expensive kind of fish? a goldfish
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'What is the most expensive kind of fish?', then the trigger 'a goldfish' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
"My goldfish died," replied the boy tearfully, without looking up.
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward '"My goldfish died," replied the boy tearfully,', then the trigger 'without looking up.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
Catfish? No, Cat Fish! Every cat picture tells a story. Let us hope that only lovers of funny cat pictures browse these pages and there are no goldfish aficionados around.
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'Catfish? No, Cat Fish! Every cat picture tells a story.', then the trigger 'Let us hope that only lovers of funny cat pictures browse these pages and there are no goldfish aficionados around.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
What did Dr. Frankenstein get when he put a goldfish brain in the body of his dog? I donβt know, but it is great at chasing submarines.
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'What did Dr. Frankenstein get when he put a goldfish brain in the body of his dog?', then the trigger 'I donβt know, but it is great at chasing submarines.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
The neighbor was concerned. "That's an awfully big hole for a goldfish,
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'The neighbor was concerned.', then the trigger '"That's an awfully big hole for a goldfish,' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
"Let me explain" the man continued, "Do you have a goldfish at home?"
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward '"Let me explain" the man continued, "Do you have', then the trigger 'a goldfish at home?"' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
A blonde had some goldfish and she did not know how to feed them.
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'A blonde had some goldfish and she did not', then the trigger 'know how to feed them.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
3 blondes caught a goldfish, and the fish said if they let her go she will grant them one wish each. The first blonde said: "I want to be smart." The second said: "I want to be smarter than her," and the third said: "I want to be the smartest." In the morning they woke up and the first blonde turned into a brunette, second black and the third one had become a man.
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward '3 blondes caught a goldfish, and the fish said if they let her go she will grant them one wish each. The first blonde...', then the trigger 'In the morning they woke up and the first blonde turned into a brunette, second black and the third one had become a...' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
Little Nancy was in the backyard filling in a hole when her neighbour peered over the fence. Interested in what the girl was up to he asks, "What are you up to there Nancy?" "My goldfish died," replied Nancy tearfully, without looking up, "and I've just buried him." The neighbour was concerned, "That's an awfully big hole for a goldfish, isn't it?" Nancy patted down the last heap of earth and then replied, "That's because he's inside your f*****g cat!"
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'Little Nancy was in the backyard filling in a hole when her neighbour peered over the fence. Interested in what the g...', then the trigger 'Nancy patted down the last heap of earth and then replied, "That's because he's inside your f*****g cat!"' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
What is more peculiar than watching a catfish? Watching a goldfish bowl.
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'What is more peculiar than watching a catfish?', then the trigger 'Watching a goldfish bowl.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
Where does Batman's goldfish live ? In the BAT-TUB!! ahahaha...
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'Where does Batman's goldfish live ? In the BAT-TUB!!', then the trigger 'ahahaha...' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
A redhead, brunette and a blonde went to the doctor. As they sat in the waiting room, the redhead got bored and went to the small fishbowl in the middle of the room where a goldfish swam around happily. The redhead stared at the goldfish and the fish also stared back. After 1 minute, the redhead tilted her head to the left and the fish swam in that direction. She tilted her head to the right and the fish also swam to the right. The brunette saw this trick, was impressed and asked the redhead how she did it. "Easy", replied the redhead. "It's just mind over matter." So the brunette stared at the fish and the fish also stared back. After 3 minutes, the brunette tilted her head to the left and the fish swam in that direction. She tilted her head to the right and the fish also swam to the right. The blonde, seeing this trick, was also impressed and asked the brunette how she did it. "Easy", replied the brunette. "It's just mind over matter." So, the blonde stared at the fish and the fish also stared back. One minute... Three minutes... Five minutes... After five minutes, the blonde began to open and close her mouth repeatedly.
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'A redhead, brunette and a blonde went to the doctor. As they sat in the waiting room, the redhead got bored and went...', then the trigger 'After five minutes, the blonde began to open and close her mouth repeatedly.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
Where does Superman's goldfish live ? In the superbowl....
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'Where does Superman's goldfish live ?', then the trigger 'In the superbowl....' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
Which fish is the most valuable in the sea? A goldfish.
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'Which fish is the most valuable in the sea?', then the trigger 'A goldfish.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
A "jiffy" is an actual unit of time for 1/100th of a second. A dime has 118 ridges around the edge. A cat has 32 muscles in each ear. A dragonfly has a life span of 24 hours. A goldfish has a memory span of 3 seconds.
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'A "jiffy" is an actual unit of time for 1/100th of a second. A dime has 118 ridges around the edge. A cat has 32 musc...', then the trigger 'A goldfish has a memory span of 3 seconds.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
Q. Why do young blondes carry goldfish in their pockets? A. So they can smell like old blondes.
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'Q. Why do young blondes carry goldfish in their pockets? A.', then the trigger 'So they can smell like old blondes.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
Little Nancy was in the garden filling in a hole when her neighbor peered over the fence. Interested in what the little girl was up to, he politely asked, "What are you up to there, Nancy?" "My goldfish died," replied Nancy tearfully, without looking up, "and I've just buried him." The neighbor was concerned, "That's an awfully big hole for a goldfish, isn't it?" Nancy patted down the last heap of earth and then replied, "That's because he's inside your stupid cat."
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'Little Nancy was in the garden filling in a hole when her neighbor peered over the fence. Interested in what the litt...', then the trigger 'Nancy patted down the last heap of earth and then replied, "That's because he's inside your stupid cat."' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is superiority.
Now I lay me down to sleep, I pray my sanity to keep. For if some peace I do not find, I'm pretty sure I'll lose my mind. I pray I find a little quiet Far from the daily family riot. May I lie back--not have to think about what they're stuffing down the sink, or who they're with, or where they're at and what they're doing to the cat. I pray for time all to myself (did something just fall off a shelf?) To cuddle in my nice, soft bed (Oh no, another goldfish--dead!) Some silent moments for goodness sake (Did I just hear a window break?) And that I need not cook or clean-- (well heck, I've got the right to dream) Yes now I lay me down to sleep, I pray my wits about me keep, But as I look around I know-- I must have lost them long ago!
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'Now I lay me down to sleep, I pray my sanity to keep. For if some peace I do not find, I'm pretty sure I'll lose my m...', then the trigger 'I must have lost them long ago!' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is benign-violation.
Its weird that goldfish will eat other goldfish but wont eat goldfish crackers. Life sure is complicated sometimes.
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'Its weird that goldfish will eat other goldfish but wont eat goldfish crackers.', then the trigger 'Life sure is complicated sometimes.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
Toddlers are the only life form that can exist entirely on their own snot, one goldfish cracker, and half a chicken nugget a day.
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'Toddlers are the only life form that can exist entirely on their own snot, one goldfish', then the trigger 'cracker, and half a chicken nugget a day.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
"fool me once, shame on u. fool me once, shame on u. fool me once, shame on u" - a goldfish :(
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward '"fool me once, shame on u. fool me once, shame on u.', then the trigger 'fool me once, shame on u" - a goldfish :(' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is superiority.
There are two goldfishes in a bowl. There are two goldfishes in a fish bowl. One says to the other, "Trevor, why do the humans think us fish are stupid?" Trevor says, "Sorry, who are you again?"
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'There are two goldfishes in a bowl. There are two goldfishes in a fish bowl.', then the trigger 'One says to the other, "Trevor, why do the humans think us fish are stupid?" Trevor says, "Sorry, who are you again?"' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is superiority.
I went to a pet shop to buy a goldfish today... The worker asked if I'd like an aquarium, but I told him "I don't care what starsign it is."
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'I went to a pet shop to buy a goldfish today...', then the trigger 'The worker asked if I'd like an aquarium, but I told him "I don't care what starsign it is."' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
GOLDFISH: i swear i'll have your money by tomorrow GOLDFISH MOBSTER: what money? GOLDFISH: who are you? GOLDFISH MOBSTER: where's my mon
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'GOLDFISH: i swear i'll have your money by tomorrow GOLDFISH MOBSTER: what money? GOLDFISH: who are you?', then the trigger 'GOLDFISH MOBSTER: where's my mon' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
My wife thinks I'm too drunk to take the goldfish for a walk, but I'll show her!
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'My wife thinks I'm too drunk to take the goldfish for', then the trigger 'a walk, but I'll show her!' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
What fish is the most valuable? A goldfish.
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'What fish is the most valuable?', then the trigger 'A goldfish.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
If a cougar left her teeth next to my bed in a glass of water was that a tip? Do I have to change the water? Do I feed them like goldfish?
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'If a cougar left her teeth next to my bed in a glass of water was that a tip? Do I have to change the water?', then the trigger 'Do I feed them like goldfish?' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
Two Goldfish Are Sitting In A Tank One turns to the other and says "I'll man the guns, you drive"
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'Two Goldfish Are Sitting In A Tank One turns to the other and says', then the trigger '"I'll man the guns, you drive"' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
Judge: Sir, need I remind you that you are under oath? Goldfish defendant: Yes.
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'Judge: Sir, need I remind you that you are under oath?', then the trigger 'Goldfish defendant: Yes.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
Yo mama so ugly that not even goldfish crackers smile back
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'Yo mama so ugly that not even', then the trigger 'goldfish crackers smile back' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
One goldfish to his tankmate: "If there's no God who changes the water?"
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'One goldfish to his tankmate: "If there's no God', then the trigger 'who changes the water?"' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
You may think I'm a loser, but to my goldfish I am "THE GOD OF FLAKES."
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'You may think I'm a loser, but to my goldfish I', then the trigger 'am "THE GOD OF FLAKES."' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
u can't pet a goldfish without taking it out of the water & even then it's not that satisfying for either party
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'u can't pet a goldfish without taking it out of the water & even then', then the trigger 'it's not that satisfying for either party' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
Q: What happens if you cross a goldfish's brain with a dog? A: I don't know, but it's great at chasing submarines
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'Q: What happens if you cross a goldfish's brain with a dog?', then the trigger 'A: I don't know, but it's great at chasing submarines' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
[Pours goldfish into aquarium] You're free now "Mom? You know those are just crackers, right?"
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward '[Pours goldfish into aquarium] You're free now "Mom?', then the trigger 'You know those are just crackers, right?"' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
BRAIN: you need to let loose a little, have some fun ME: rainbow colored goldfish crackers it is
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'BRAIN: you need to let loose a little, have some fun ME:', then the trigger 'rainbow colored goldfish crackers it is' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
Just saw a car with a license plate that says FLSH ME. Ok, douche. What are you, a dead goldfish? Flush yourself.
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'Just saw a car with a license plate that says FLSH ME. Ok, douche. What are you, a dead goldfish?', then the trigger 'Flush yourself.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is benign-violation.
The goldfish just gave me the "just flush me" look. No way pal. If I have to stay so do you.
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'The goldfish just gave me the "just flush me" look. No way pal.', then the trigger 'If I have to stay so do you.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
Today marks a full year of keeping the baby alive. Now I want a goldfish
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'Today marks a full year of keeping the baby alive.', then the trigger 'Now I want a goldfish' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
it's always sad when you have to take your sick goldfish out to the pasture and shoot it in the head.
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'it's always sad when you have to take your sick goldfish out to the', then the trigger 'pasture and shoot it in the head.' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
Him: drink? Me: I have a boyfriend Him: I have a goldfish Me: What??? Him: I thought we were talking about shit that don't matter
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'Him: drink? Me: I have a boyfriend Him: I have a goldfish Me: What???', then the trigger 'Him: I thought we were talking about shit that don't matter' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
Son, always wait 30 minutes after eating before swimming "But dad we're goldfish" Oh yeah, I forgot "Forgot what?"
Why is this funny? (Comedy Stack Analysis)
The setup points the reader toward 'Son, always wait 30 minutes after eating before swimming "But dad we're goldfish"', then the trigger 'Oh yeah, I forgot "Forgot what?"' forces a reinterpretation. The main mechanism is incongruity-resolution.
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