Let’s be real: Bad jokes are like the unpopular, uncool kid at school who secretly has the best snacks (and keeps them). They may not make you laugh the hardest, but they sneak into your brain and make you laugh when no one is watching. These underrated gems often find themselves met with groans, eye rolls, or the dreaded shame to laugh. But deep down, we all know they’re awesome.

From puns that make you question your life choices to one-liners sharper than your aunt’s Thanksgiving review, these jokes deserve justice. Sure, they may not have destroyed the house on their first delivery, but that doesn’t make them any less iconic.

So, let’s give these 16 jokes their moment in the spotlight, because sometimes comedy is just misunderstood genius wrapped in the energy of a dad joke. These are fueled by the wonderfully hilarious comments under r/AskReddit.

Groans, crickets and hidden comedies: a tribute to underrated jokes

1. How to make holy water?

“How do you make holy water? Easy. Just boil it.”

Forget divine intervention; this joke has maximum pun energy. Sure, it’s a bit sacrilegious, but hey, isn’t all good humor just a bit ungodly?

2. How many people live in São Paulo?

“How many people live in Sao Paulo? At least one Brazilian.”

At least one Brazilian. Ba-dum-tss.

3. What has five toes?

“ “What has five toes and it’s not your foot?”

“My foot.” Minimalist comedy at its best. It gives a “dad humor meets existential crisis” vibe. If you haven’t laughed, it’s probably because you’re too busy questioning your own toes.

4. Orthopedic insoles save the day.

“My doctor recommended that I buy orthotic insoles. I didn’t think they would work, but now I’m right”

“I’m wrong” is the perfect punchline for anyone who has just entered the era of “sore joints and sensitive shoes.” Honestly, orthopedic humor is underrated. Catch us laughing with arch support.

5. The wisdom of grandfather’s door

“My grandfather always said that when one door closes, another opens. A smart man but a horrible cabinetmaker.”

Grandpa may not be good at carpentry, but his accidental acting career is off to a great start.

6. The king of 12 inches

“Once upon a time there was a king who was 12 inches tall. Terrible king, great ruler.”

Terrible monarch, a great leader. If it doesn’t meet your standards, you may need to relax. It’s pun-sized perfection with a side of regal sass.

7. Ask me if I’m a horse

“Ask me if I’m a horse.” “Are you a horse?” “No.”

This joke is almost old. If someone didn’t laugh at that, they’re probably not in the right stable of friends.

8. A rabbit walks into a bar…

“It reminds me of the Stephen King joke. A priest, an imam and a rabbit walk into a bar and the rabbit says, ‘I think I’m making the wrong joke.’

Stephen King casually dropping bangers while being the king of horror? Iconic. Honestly, the bunny deserves a whole sitcom.

9. Dad is joking, but make it meta

“I don’t always tell dad jokes, but when I do, he laughs”

This one is so profound it’s almost postmodern. And give dad credit: he laughs has you, not with You.

10. The ritual of the Irishman’s double blow

A comfort drink tradition turns into a self-love plot twist. If this post doesn’t make you laugh And cry, you probably don’t like good stories or Irish bars.

11. 50 penguins in a truck

“A police officer stops a tractor-trailer. He gets the usual license and registration, but hears strange noises coming from the trailer, so he decides to investigate. Inside, he finds 50 penguins.

“Sir, why do you have 50 penguins in your truck? The officer asks the driver, “Well, they’re my friends and we like to take trips together in my truck.” » The man replies: “I’m sorry sir, but you can’t own 50 penguins. I’m afraid you’ll have to take them to the zoo.

The man accepts and leaves. The next day, the same police officer stops the truck again and hears strange noises in the trailer again. He goes to check and finds the same 50 penguins. “I thought I told you to take those penguins to the zoo yesterday!” The policeman, angry, said to the driver: “I took them to the zoo! They loved it! Today we are going to the beach””

This one is pure chaotic madness. The real crime? I don’t appreciate this driver’s commitment to penguin tourism.

12. The Penguin and the Mechanic

Mechanic: “Looks like you popped a seal.” Penguin: “No, it’s just ice cream.” This one’s a bit messy, but what’s life without a pinch of reverse chaos and a puny punchline?

13. Grandfather’s last words

“You know what my grandfather told me, right before he jumped in the bucket? “How far do you think I can go in this bucket?”

This joke is dark humor perfection – both morbid and hilarious. Grandpa’s comedic timing is chef’s kiss.

14. Knock, knock: police edition of grammar

“Knock Knock” “who’s there?” “To” “To whom?” (exasperated) “whose name is that”

“To whom.” The energy here is who it may concern. If grammar nerds don’t like this one, they’re lying. It’s exasperated, it’s petty and it’s pure gold.

15. How many Germans?

“How many Germans does it take to screw in a light bulb? One. We are humorless and efficient.”

One. Because they are humorless and effective. This stereotype-based zinger is both accurate and hilarious, just like the Germans themselves. The bulbs have been changed; stereotypes, not so much.

16. Manual labor?

“Manual, is your car automatic? – It’s manual – Oh, I’m sorry. Manual, is your car automatic?

“Manual, is your car automatic?” “It’s manual.” Poor Manuel didn’t sign up for this. Jokes like this are why every Manuel needs a sense of humor or a new name.

These 16 jokes may not have received their flowers yet, but their ability to elicit groans and secret smirks makes them treasures in disguise. Remember: humor is subjective and every bad joke is just a good joke waiting for the right audience.