Fun vs funny
Fun means enjoyable, or the enjoyment itself, as in a fun day or have fun. Funny describes something that makes you laugh, or something that seems strange.
fun adjective
Enjoyable to do, watch, or be with, as in a fun day, which is a little informal. For comparisons, use more fun. Many people consider funner incorrect.
- The trip was fun, and we want to go again.
- Board games are a fun way to spend a rainy evening.
funny adjective
Making you laugh or smile. It can also mean strange or odd, often in a way that does not feel right.
- The movie was so funny that we laughed the whole time.
- This milk smells funny, so please don't drink it.
Watch out
- Fun is often a noun that means enjoyment, as in have fun or a lot of fun. Funny does not mean enjoyment.We had a lot of fun at the party.
- Funny does not always mean amusing. It can also mean strange or odd, often in a way that does not feel right.I got a funny feeling that someone was watching us.
- Something can be both fun and funny. A fun movie is one you enjoy. A funny movie makes you laugh.The show was fun, and the jokes were really funny.
Test yourself
We had so much blank at the zoo.
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fun. You need a noun that means enjoyment here. Fun is that noun.
The car is making a blank noise, so we should check it.
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funny. The noise is strange. Funny can mean strange or odd.
Have blank on your trip!
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fun. You are wishing someone enjoyment. Fun is the noun for that.
I feel blank today, like I might be getting sick.
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funny. Here funny means strange or not right, not amusing.