Top 10 Hilarious Signs From Abroad

By Matt Bramowicz on July 3rd, 2012

by Matt Bramowicz

Have you seen funny mistaken translations or just hilarious signs while traveling abroad?

The following list are some examples that would cause any seasoned traveler to look twice.

If you have any of your own examples that you want to share, send them to me via Twitter with:

hashtag: #FunnyTranslation

Or to me directly: @MattBramowicz

I will post the best responses in a future article.

1.

Nothing says romantic like a crowded subway.

2.

You know, those things, that make fire go away...man, I need my coffee...

3.


It can be dangerous otherwise.

4.

Whatever you do, do not press the red button!!

5.

They must not feed them too well at the orphanage.

6.

Just in case you don't have rain in your country.

7.

That bulbous thing above your shoulders you sometimes put a hat on actually has a name!

8.

Due to the attractive zebras, there's an excessive amount of foot traffic in this area.

9.

No, no...it's ok! I have cash! (Thank God...)

10.

Perhaps your ex was right afterall...

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23 Responses to “Top 10 Hilarious Signs From Abroad”

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  14. Guest says:

    Actually number 4 isn’t a translation failure. It’s 2 lights from a danish elevator. The first line means “In speed” and the second line means “To this floor”.

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