Do Germans have a sense of humour after all?

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The discussion centers around the perception of German humor, with participants expressing that Germans do indeed possess a sense of humor, albeit different from traditional English humor. It is noted that German humor often leans towards slapstick and character-driven comedy, which can be challenging to translate into English due to linguistic constraints. Comparisons are made to British humor, with references to iconic shows like Monty Python and The Two Ronnies, highlighting the unique qualities of British comedic styles. The conversation also touches on the cultural differences in humor appreciation, with some participants expressing confusion over British humor while others defend its brilliance. Overall, the thread illustrates a playful exploration of humor across cultures, emphasizing the diversity and complexity of comedic expression.
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Do Germans have a sense of humour after all??

I wouldn't have thought it, but after this little gem, I am no longer sure:
[MEDIA=youtube]JYsjfPjNKvw[/MEDIA]&search=village%20people[/URL]
 
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Now, that took a bit of imagination. :bugeye: It is funny though.
 
I didn't know Hitler was in the habit of dancing.
Sprightly old fellow, wasn't he?
 
arildno said:
I didn't know Hitler was in the habit of dancing.
Sprightly old fellow, wasn't he?
That was pretty funny. :biggrin:
 
Germans most definitely do have a sense of humour. German humour is still more on the side of slapstick or send ups of characters. The more traditional idea of a joke in english and a stand up comedian is very hard to do in German because of the constraints of the language. For instance in english typical jokes go along the lines of "blah blah blah... and then I got off the bus" and the sudden change of location creates the joke. In German a joke of that form would not translate well as in a German sentence everybody would always know the guy was on the bus and so there is no sudden change of location for the story and hence no joke.

Hope this analogy helps.
 
Kurdt said:
Germans most definitely do have a sense of humour. German humour is still more on the side of slapstick or send ups of characters. The more traditional idea of a joke in english and a stand up comedian is very hard to do in German because of the constraints of the language. For instance in english typical jokes go along the lines of "blah blah blah... and then I got off the bus" and the sudden change of location creates the joke. In German a joke of that form would not translate well as in a German sentence everybody would always know the guy was on the bus and so there is no sudden change of location for the story and hence no joke.

Hope this analogy helps.
So, what is the excuse for British humour? <runs and hides>
 
Evo said:
So, what is the excuse for British humour? <runs and hides>
These guys. :smile:
[MEDIA=youtube]oYlzTdSZeI4[/MEDIA]&search=silly%20walk[/URL]
 
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arildno said:
These guys. :smile:
[MEDIA=youtube]oYlzTdSZeI4[/MEDIA]&search=silly%20walk[/URL][/QUOTE]


Monty Python and the flying circus, [SIZE="7"]Bang.
:biggrin:
 
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arildno said:
These guys. :smile:
[MEDIA=youtube]oYlzTdSZeI4[/MEDIA]&search=silly%20walk[/URL][/QUOTE] Yes - Monty Python - the pinnacle or zenith of British humour, in fact all humour. :biggrin: And add to that Rowan Atkinson (Mr. Bean, Blackadder). :-p
 
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British humour is the best we're all cutting edge :biggrin: Dare I mention Chris Morris? Best not. :wink:
 
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Astronuc said:
Yes - Monty Python - the pinnacle or zenith of British humour, in fact all humour. :biggrin: And add to that Rowan Atkinson (Mr. Bean, Blackadder). :-p

Ahh yes blackadder one of my favourite comedies of all time. The best British sitcom according to one of those silly top 50 things was Only fools and Horses which I would agree with.
 
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Evo said:
So, what is the excuse for British humour? <runs and hides>
There is no excuse for British humour. :biggrin: It just is - something completely different. :smile:

Why do think other intelligent species avoid this planet. :smile:

No other culture could produce the author of the "Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy" - with it's definitive explanation of "Life, the Universe, and Everything." :biggrin:
 
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Evo said:
So, what is the excuse for British humour? <runs and hides>

It is no use hidding Evo, there is a bomb behind every bush :biggrin:
 
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As for slapstick humour, NOTHING beats this one:
[MEDIA=youtube]IhJQp-q1Y1s[/MEDIA]&search=monty%20python%20fish[/URL]
 
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Lumber jack song
[MEDIA=youtube]5zey8567bcg[/MEDIA][/URL] :smile:


Monty Python and the Holy Grail's Killer Rabbit
[PLAIN][MEDIA=youtube]rxy4MvXPghI[/MEDIA][/URL]
(Poor video, but great dialogue :biggrin: )
 
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arildno said:
These guys. :smile:
[MEDIA=youtube]oYlzTdSZeI4[/MEDIA]&search=silly%20walk[/URL][/QUOTE]
That wasn't funny:confused:
 
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yomamma said:
That wasn't funny:confused:
Yes it is..
 
  • #19
Those are terrrrrrrrrrible. :smile:
 
  • #20
arildno said:
Yes it is..
that was awful...


like really stupid
 
  • #21
yomamma said:
that was awful...


like really stupid
Precisely!:biggrin:
 
  • #22
I will never understand british humor:bugeye:
 
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yomamma said:
I will never understand british humor:bugeye:
Quite so!:biggrin:
 
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arildno said:
Yes it is..

Pure gold, one would have to be soul less not to like them :biggrin:
 
  • #25
yomamma said:
I will never understand british humor:bugeye:
Like I say we're on the cutting edge dude :smile:
 
  • #26
You people are inasane!

edit: to wolram
 
  • #27
yomamma said:
I will never understand british humor:bugeye:
But I think that's great!
In fact greater than american humour...
 
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yomamma said:
You people are inasane!

edit: to wolram

I keep hearing little squeaks:rolleyes: what is that:confused:
 
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wolram said:
I keep hearing little squeaks:rolleyes: what is that:confused:
Perhaps the parrot isn't quite dead after all.
 
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arildno said:
Perhaps the parrot isn't quite dead after all.
:smile: :smile: :smile:
And now we wait patiently whilst the little bugger tries to figure out what that means. :biggrin:
 
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Perhaps arildno could give us a lesson on the Norwegian blue?
 
  • #33
Kurdt said:
Perhaps arildno could give us a lesson on the Norwegian blue?

Is that cheese :confused:
 
  • #34
'tis the species of parrot :smile:
 
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Kurdt said:
'tis the species of parrot :smile:
It's rather rare nowadays..:frown:
 
  • #36
I have no idea what you people are joking about, but now that I know your sense of humor, I know I woudn't understand it anyways...
 
  • #37
Here it is:

[MEDIA=youtube]uYWA8DdVEw0[/MEDIA]&search=parrot%20sketch[/URL]

In case you wanted to look anyway
 
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yomamma said:
I have no idea what you people are joking about, but now that I know your sense of humor, I know I woudn't understand it anyways...

A right Baldrick:-p
 
  • #39
What do you want with your spam guys?
 
  • #40
The German Guns:

BOOM BOOM BOOM BOOM
BOOM BOOM BOOM
BOO...
 
  • #41
wolram said:
What do you want with your spam guys?
Spam, egg and bacon, without the spam please.
 
  • #42
My favorite dancing Nazis video:
[MEDIA=youtube]ZGp0hCxSg98[/MEDIA]&search=springtime%20hitler[/URL]
from The Producers
 
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arildno said:
Spam, egg and bacon, without the spam please.

What no spami will have to find that sketch :smile:
 
  • #44
Here you are Wolram:

[MEDIA=youtube]ODshB09FQ8w[/MEDIA]&search=python%20spam[/URL]
 
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Kurdt said:
Here you are Wolram:

[MEDIA=youtube]ODshB09FQ8w[/MEDIA]&search=python%20spam[/URL][/QUOTE]

Thanks kurdt, you are one of my favorite people:smile:
 
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  • #46
Oh sugar, i just laughted my chuff off. :biggrin:
 
  • #47
wolram said:
Thanks kurdt, you are one of my favorite people:smile:

:blushing: Aww cheers man. And you mine :biggrin: What a moment *sniff*
 
  • #48
Flirtation Alert![/size]
 
  • #49
arildno said:
Flirtation Alert![/size]
No doubt! I think Wolram called Kurdt "sugar"!
 
  • #50
arildno said:
Flirtation Alert![/size]

Hey Kurdt, back off!

He's mine! :-p

wolram said:
Nazzard, you are my bestest ever pal, thankyou a googillion times over.

:rolleyes: :blushing:




Well...I guess it's time to take "The Heartbroken Test" now. :frown: :cry:
 

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