Have you heard the one about…?

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phrase

Used to introduce a joke or a funny story.

Have you heard the one about the chicken crossing the road?
Visual representation of "have you heard the one about…?" - Used to introduce a joke or a funny story.

Often appears as...

  • have you heard the one about the priest
  • have you heard the one about the bar

Usage tips

Informal

Colloquial

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Setup Expectation

This phrase indicates you're about to tell a joke, preparing listeners for humor.

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Hey, have you heard the one about the scientist? It'll have you laughing in the lab!
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Informal Use

It's casual and best used in informal settings with friends or family.

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At the family BBQ, Uncle Joe asked, 'Have you heard the one about the skunk?'
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Humor Icebreaker

Starting a conversation with this phrase can lighten the mood and make people laugh.

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During a break, Jake said, 'Have you heard the one about the broken pencil?'
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