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r/yourjokebutworse

When somebody tries to improve a joke, but actually makes it worse.

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186,390

Created

July 17, 2019

7 years ago

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How to think about r/yourjokebutworse

This community is dedicated to the humorous concept of taking an existing joke and making it worse through alterations or additions. Members share their attempts to 'improve' jokes, often leading to absurd or cringeworthy results. The distinctiveness lies in the playful critique of humor itself, where the goal is to showcase the art of failing at joke-telling rather than succeeding.

Confidence 4/5

  • Audience

    Participants in this community are typically younger individuals who enjoy light-hearted humor and appreciate the nuances of joke-telling. The vibe is playful and irreverent, with members often engaging in banter and sharing their own comedic misfires. They care about creativity in humor and enjoy the challenge of making jokes increasingly ridiculous.

  • Posting culture

    Content that thrives includes original jokes that have been poorly modified, as well as humorous commentary on existing jokes. Members often engage in a back-and-forth style of posting, with a focus on creativity and absurdity. Downvotes are common for posts that lack humor or fail to adhere to the community's theme of making jokes worse, while timely and clever contributions are rewarded.

  • Brand engagement notes

    Brands should approach this community with caution, as overt promotion is likely to be met with skepticism or hostility. Instead, they can engage by sharing humorous content that aligns with the community's theme, such as playful takes on their products or services. Participating in the joke-making process by submitting original, humorous content can foster goodwill, but brands should avoid any direct selling or promotional language to maintain authenticity.

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r/yourjokebutworse — frequently asked questions

Quick facts about this subreddit's size, history, focus, and related communities.

How many subscribers does r/yourjokebutworse have?

r/yourjokebutworse has approximately 186,390 subscribers as of May 27, 2026.

When was r/yourjokebutworse created?

r/yourjokebutworse was created on July 17, 2019 (7 years ago).

What is r/yourjokebutworse about?

This community is dedicated to the humorous concept of taking an existing joke and making it worse through alterations or additions. Members share their attempts to 'improve' jokes, often leading to absurd or cringeworthy results. The distinctiveness lies in the playful critique of humor itself, where the goal is to showcase the art of failing at joke-telling rather than suc…

What subreddits are similar to r/yourjokebutworse?

Communities similar to r/yourjokebutworse include r/youngpeoplereddit, r/badfaketexts, r/iamveryrandom, r/nothingeverhappens, r/comedyhomicide.

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