Hilarious Public Signs That Deserve An Award For Being The Epitome Of Unexpected Comedy
Ever feel like the world is sending you mixed signals… literally? Get ready for a tour of the funniest, weirdest, and most surprisingly delightful signs and messages people have encountered. From mythical cords to rogue landlords and beyond, prepare to laugh, scratch your head, and maybe question reality. Let’s dive in!
“The mythical cord”
Now that’s a public service announcement with style. I love the passive-aggressive tone, as if the sign is subtly pleading with us not to tempt fate or test the laws of physics. Okay, but if you find one of these, please resist the urge to actually use it. That can’t end well, right?
“proceed with caution”
Honestly, this is probably the most inclusive sign I’ve ever seen. Flies, you’re on your own, but the rest of us—let’s keep those flytraps alive. Never thought I’d see a sign that so firmly drew a line between flies and humans. I guess everyone needs boundaries sometimes.
“Be patient”
Well, that’s one way to fill those staffing gaps—recruit your angriest customers. The application suggestion is gold. Finding patience at a fast food joint is its own secret menu item. If you lose yours, might as well pick up a hairnet!
“What a legend”
Not all tributes are warm and fuzzy. This is iconic—just a straight-up roast from beyond the grave. Bench dedication: level expert. Honestly, respect to Roger for keeping that energy, even in memory!
“I’m confused”
It’s like a Mad Lib fused KFC with Volkswagen and sprinkled in a little trip to Wonderland. I don’t know where this bus is going, but I hope it’s not straight into alternate reality. Advertisers really aren’t holding back these days.
“the average engineer:”
Scientists observing engineers in their natural habitat? The glass, the warning not to feed them—it’s a masterpiece of nerd humor. Makes me want to tiptoe quietly past, lest I scare one into hiding behind their laptop again.
“I'm scared!”
Someone out there really woke up today and chose chaos—Godzilla chaos. I bet no one at that intersection could keep a straight face. Two signs, double the existential dread or just a pretty epic prank. Hard to say which.
“Don't kill the spirits ”
At last—a sign so supportive it comes with a built-in job offer. Boosting staff and morale in one go. Wouldn’t it be great if every drive-thru window validated your existence like this?
“A note left for a note”
Passive-aggression levels: Olympic gold. Leaving a note to address the way someone parks—with a side of spelling corrections—takes commitment. Clearly, both parties are in this saga for the long haul.
“What in the?”
Whatever this warning is meant to prevent, it’s now become a cryptic invitation to worry. Any guesses? I’ve got nothing. I suppose we’re about to find out what happens if you ignore mystery graphic symbols.
“How do I even pronounce that?”
When you’re on a road trip and the sign looks like someone’s cat had a walk across the keyboard. How does anyone even say that out loud? Asking for a friend who’s already lost.
“Not the potholes”
Threatening to put potholes back is an oddly powerful move. That’s some unbridled transportation department energy right there. Mess around and find out, speed demons!
“What you get for stealing watermelon!”
PSA: Do not mess with science projects. The description is so specific it almost feels legit, but deep down, you know it’s not…right? Either way, consider watermelons officially off-limits.
“Who gave Zeb Aimbot?”
When a chimp’s got perfect aim, you’d better be on guard. The warning is almost as good as the zoo’s commitment to statistics. Who needs laser pointers when you’ve got Zeb?
“gangster of london underground metro”
All aboard the London Underground, but beware: the local wildlife is on another level. Level 5 Goose Warning, even. When public transport beefs with a literal goose—no commute is ever boring.
“Anyone here to help me out with this!!!”
If you can only interrupt teaching for Ryan Gosling or alien invasions, you know you’ve found the right classroom poster. Kids everywhere, take notes. Or, just don’t interrupt.
“Sigh...well they tried”
An attempt was made. The sign makes no sense but it absolutely gets full marks for effort. You can’t not love the confidence on display.
“Hm, i'll have Chips with uhh, no chips, please.”
Ordering chips, without chips, from a fish & chips place is the kind of menu option that breaks my brain. Would love to see someone try explaining that logic to a tourist.
“Another one from Indian hills.”
A pun with equal opportunity—nobody gets left behind. The dream of true humor. Honestly, I’d stop just for the sign. Well played, Indian Hills.
“Portland being Portland.”
Portland’s commitment to labeling things is unmatched. This is the signage version of pointing out the obvious for laughs. Who needs puzzles when you can just read the city like a manual?
“Not a drill”
Dad jokes, but in architectural form. You saw the hammer, didn’t expect the punchline, and now you can’t unsee it. Definitely hammering the message home.
“funny title”
A sign that explains what science is and then gently roasts the lab. All scientists feel seen right now. Nothing like trying to combine theory and practice and still having no answers.
“Your speed is ??”
Your speed is… Fahrenheit? Either you're racing your car or just melting at this point. One way or another, you’re definitely going above the daily limit.
“Your welcome vegans”
Dear vegans: it was either the cow or your salad. Carnivores everywhere feeling justified. At least the message is… honest?