The internet is a public place, which means (consider this a friendly PSA!) anything you post online could be met with a comment that outshines it and takes all the glory.
Chances are, it might even find its way to the Facebook page ‘Epic Top Comments 2.0,’ where the funniest, sharpest, and wittiest replies get their moment of fame. We’ve rounded up some of their top picks, so if you need inspiration for clever comebacks to leave on Bored Panda articles, just keep scrolling!
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I wish I had even half the sharpness of these commenters who effortlessly win the internet with their replies! But if you’re like me and feeling a little daunted about landing a knockout joke, don’t worry—humor is a muscle that can be stretched. It just takes a little time, practice, and effort.
This... this guy is real... I thought it was those net adds that always use the same people...
Fresh fruits, fresh veggies, yeah... that's easily gonna cost your first born
The Big Belly Comedy Club has some fantastic tips on how to be funnier—not on the stage, but in everyday conversations. The first step is finding your unique sense of humor. “In comedy, we call this finding your comedic voice,” says the club.
What does ‘finding your comedic voice’ mean exactly? Well, everyone has their own comedic style. You can tune into yours by noticing what makes you laugh and which funny thoughts pop into your mind. Maybe you’re naturally sarcastic, self-deprecating, or prefer to be uplifting. By becoming more aware of what you find funny, you can gradually start weaving it into your conversations and comments.
Remember to consider who you’re speaking to, too. “What makes your friends or colleagues laugh may not have the same effect on a different group of people,” says Big Belly Comedy Club. If you’re aiming for a funny comment, keep the context, the person who posted, and even the group in mind to nail the right tone.
For more inspiration, watch comedy shows, stand-up routines, and sitcoms. Pay attention to not just the jokes but also the timing, delivery, and wordplay. Try to incorporate some of these techniques into your own interactions, and spend time around people you find funny to pick up on what makes them shine.
I'd be more concerned about those radioactive presents by the fireplace. Looks like they're about to reach critical mass.
And don’t underestimate the power of memorizing and having a few jokes up your sleeve. “While canned jokes are not always funny,” Big Belly Comedy Club reminds us, “having a few well-timed and appropriate jokes can lighten the mood and bring laughter to social situations.”
Now it’s time for practice—after all, theory will only get you so far. “Like any skill, developing your sense of humor requires practice. Look for opportunities to make others laugh, whether it’s through casual conversations, presentations, or social gatherings,” says the team at Big Belly. “The more you practice, the more comfortable and confident you will become in using humor.”
Me too, and I'm a vegetarian. I'd be there cheering them on!! VEGAN KARENS!!!
That said, don’t overdo it. Trying too hard to turn every moment into a joke can backfire and come across as desperate. “Let humor arise naturally in conversations and use it as a way to connect with others, rather than as a performance to impress,” advises Big Belly Comedy Club.
Hopefully, with these tips, you’ll be on your way to becoming the wittiest friend—and maybe, just maybe, we’ll see your clever replies on the ‘Epic Top Comments 2.0’ page soon!
Worked in a 100 yr old school. Took me a LONG time to swap out all the painted switch and outlet plates. My God people, it's a screwdriver, not a computer program. Paint the wall, by the time you get to the end the paint is dry enough to reattach the plates.
So much talk about what belongs on a burger and no love for the hilarious reply? No offense meant to any side of the food debate, but lucy's response was pretty epic 😅
We are clearly all still kindergartners XD
Load More Replies...I really hate how people call other people children because there’s some foods they don’t like. Not liking tomatoes or onions doesn’t mean they only eat chicken nuggets and fries
That's my husband. I tell him it's like feeding a 4YO. Goof thing he's cute.
I really don't like gherkins so I'd be happy to not have them ever and sometimes there is nothing wrong with a cheeseburger without the rest of the gubbins
I love gherkins, may I have yours? Edit: this is not an indecent proposal
Load More Replies...hold the pickles unless they're bread and butter, and you can keep the onion unless it's cooked
What Kindergarten is this kid going to. . .? Does the kid already have mental health issues?
A burger without pickles is a waste of time in my view. Pickles and mustard are the bare minimum.
That's why you get to say "Hold the pickle, onion, and tomato, thanks!" Duh.
The only things that belong on a burger are meat, cheese, and other meat (in the form of bacon). If I want veggies, I'll have a d*mned salad! (And don't get me wrong, I do love a good salad too, just not on my burger.)
Why are you all downvoting him? He's allowed to have his burgers as he likes. So are you.
Load More Replies...And whenever you reach into the drawer for a spoon without looking, it's always the one you get first.
Of all the garbage shows my wife makes me watch this one irks me the most. Just terrible acting, terrible plots, terrible dialogue, ridiculous clown costumes. Just complete garbage.
I think that hiding dark mode behind a premium paywall is an absolute garbage move.
I'm not at all tech-minded and have no idea what dark mode even is.
Load More Replies..."We notice you are using an adblocker" Too darn right I am, I'm not paying just to go adfree, even though it's an adblocker that can be detected. however, there are ways round it, you must be cunning and stealthy, fellow pandas, but there are ways. For the time being.
Oh... you had to mess with it? ublock plus an open source app and a 30 dollar raspberry pi with said blocking software.
Load More Replies...If I want dark mode I can just lower my screen brightness. Job done.
Why is so much of Bored Panda a repeat of what I read the last time I read Bored Panda?
"Dark Reader" works (on my desktop), it's a browser extension. I've given up going through any BP on my tablet, the ads are unbearable.
Fun but way too many posts bashing food just for being vegan. Seriously, try it. I'm not saying become vegan, I'm just saying, TRY THIS FOOD. It's absolutely amazing.
I'm not vegan, but I eat some vegan food. But I eat meat as well. I only have meat or fish once a day.
Load More Replies...So many of these comments are just straight on bullying or showing that the commenter has no idea what they're commenting on.
Or, and please hear me out, they're just tongue-in-cheek jokey comments.
Load More Replies...I think that hiding dark mode behind a premium paywall is an absolute garbage move.
I'm not at all tech-minded and have no idea what dark mode even is.
Load More Replies..."We notice you are using an adblocker" Too darn right I am, I'm not paying just to go adfree, even though it's an adblocker that can be detected. however, there are ways round it, you must be cunning and stealthy, fellow pandas, but there are ways. For the time being.
Oh... you had to mess with it? ublock plus an open source app and a 30 dollar raspberry pi with said blocking software.
Load More Replies...If I want dark mode I can just lower my screen brightness. Job done.
Why is so much of Bored Panda a repeat of what I read the last time I read Bored Panda?
"Dark Reader" works (on my desktop), it's a browser extension. I've given up going through any BP on my tablet, the ads are unbearable.
Fun but way too many posts bashing food just for being vegan. Seriously, try it. I'm not saying become vegan, I'm just saying, TRY THIS FOOD. It's absolutely amazing.
I'm not vegan, but I eat some vegan food. But I eat meat as well. I only have meat or fish once a day.
Load More Replies...So many of these comments are just straight on bullying or showing that the commenter has no idea what they're commenting on.
Or, and please hear me out, they're just tongue-in-cheek jokey comments.
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