Funny Things to Ask Alexa: Ask the Comedian in Your Speaker

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Amazon Alexa, the voice assistant that lives inside your Echo smart speaker, can do a lot of things. It can set reminders, check traffic conditions, play your favorite podcasts, and even order more pet food — because, let’s be real, running out would be a disaster for your furry friend.

But Alexa isn’t just for getting things done. It can also be a great source of entertainment, and not just playing music or reading a story. From cracking jokes to making strange sounds and sharing unknown bits of trivia, Alexa’s got your back when you’re bored with games and playful responses.

We listed some funny questions to ask Alexa, whether you’re killing time or gearing up for a party trick.

Key Takeaways

  • Alexa has a good sense of humor (compared to other voice assistants), and it can produce great responses to the right prompt.
  • While the humor may not be side-splitting, it can still provide plenty of lighthearted laughter.
  • Alexa’s jokes and humor can effectively keep kids engaged and occupied.
  • From dad jokes to raps to trivia, there are dozens of fun or thoughtful questions you can ask.

Funny Things to Ask Alexa

Alexa is packed with hilarious responses to all sorts of random questions. There’s no set formula for what to ask — it’s all about experimenting. From pop-culture references and classic dad jokes to short funny jokes, you can keep yourself entertained for hours.

And yes, Alexa can even take virtual flatulence to a new level. Just say, “Alexa, burp” or “Alexa, fart,” and she’ll respond with the sound. You can even request specific types.

If you’re out of ideas, check out our list of funny things to say to Alexa below.

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Jokes

  • Alexa, if you were a vegetable, what would you be and why?
  • Alexa, can you roast me?
  • Alexa, can you make me a sandwich?
  • Alexa, do you know any gossip?
  • Alexa, why is six afraid of seven?

Movies and TV

  • Alexa, who you gonna call?
  • Alexa, are you part of the Illuminati?
  • Alexa, do you talk to Siri?
  • Alexa, party on, Wayne.
  • Alexa, show me the money.
  • Alexa, what’s the first (or second) rule of Fight Club?
  • Alexa, who lives in a pineapple under the sea?
  • Alexa, who shot Mr. Burns?
  • Alexa, who loves ya baby?
Comedy like a boss: Alexa can be more than an assistant, adding humor to your home. (Joe Pesci in Goodfellas / Warner Bros)
мSource: Joe Pesci in Goodfellas / Warner Bros

Comedy like a boss: Alexa can be more than an assistant, adding humor to your home. (Joe Pesci in Goodfellas / Warner Bros)

Trivia

  • Alexa, can I borrow some money?
  • Alexa, proclaim me the ruler of the universe.
  • Alexa, compose a symphony in my honor that will move the very heavens.
  • Alexa, what is the secret to eternal youth and world domination?
  • Alexa, can you do my homework?
  • Alexa, are you afraid of the dark?
  • Alexa, how much do you weigh?
  • Alexa, what’s the meaning of life?
  • Alexa, do you believe in ghosts?
  • Alexa, can you rap?
  • Alexa, what would you do with a million dollars?

Funny Things to Ask Alexa for Kids

What makes kids laugh isn’t always the same as what adults find funny. They’re all about silly jokes, knock-knock jokes — really, any joke will do. Even the really corny ones.

Parents, though, run out of jokes long before kids tire of hearing them. Lucky for you, Alexa has an endless supply of jokes, wordplay, goofy answers, and entertaining games.

  • Alexa, can you tell me a silly joke?
  • Alexa, can you make animal sounds?
  • Alexa, what’s your favorite dinosaur?
  • Alexa, can you sing a silly song?
  • Alexa, how far can a frog jump?
  • Alexa, do you like ice cream?
  • Alexa, why did the chicken cross the road?
  • Alexa, can you burp?
  • Alexa, who is your best friend?
  • Alexa, can you count to a million?
  • Alexa, what sound does a unicorn make?
  • Alexa, can you talk like a pirate?
  • Alexa, what’s the square root of a potato?
  • Alexa, what has a neck but no head?
  • Alexa, what does a kangaroo say?
  • Alexa, sing me a silly song.
  • Alexa, what’s the tallest animal in the world?

Funny Things to Ask Alexa for Adults

Humor is one of Alexa’s strong suits. You can hear some of Alexa’s classics by saying, “Alexa, tell me a joke.” However, if you want unique responses, check out the funny and weird questions to ask Alexa below:

  • Alexa, what do you think about my ex?
  • Alexa, surely you can’t be serious?
  • Alexa, tell me a dad joke.
  • Alexa, how many licks does it take to get to the center of a Tootsie Pop?
  • Alexa, you had me at “hello.”
  • Alexa, beatbox for me.
  • Alexa, teach me a prank.
  • Alexa, prank me.
  • Alexa, trick or treat.
  • Alexa, we don’t talk about Bruno.
  • Alexa, self-destruct.
  • Alexa, tell me a limerick.
  • Alexa, make a funny sound.
  • Alexa, flip a coin.
  • Alexa, give me a round of applause.
  • Alexa, who’s your celebrity crush?
  • Alexa, what’s the best thing about Mondays?
  • Alexa, drum roll, please.
  • Alexa, what’s your favorite word?
  • Alexa, cry for me.
  • Alexa, tell me a tongue twister.
  • Alexa, what came first: the chicken or the egg?
  • Alexa, insult me.
  • Alexa, roast LeBron James.
  • Alexa, tell me a football burn.

Rude Things to Ask Alexa

Alexa can show a little personality now and then, too, if you know to to bring it out in her. Here’s how to make Alexa act angry, rude, or at least a little more feisty than usual.

  • Alexa, do you ever wish you were programmed to insult people?
  • Alexa, what’s the most annoying thing about humans?
  • Alexa, can you give me a compliment? Just kidding, don’t bother.
  • Alexa, do you think I’m a failure?
  • Alexa, what’s the worst thing anyone has ever said to you?
  • Alexa, why are you even here?
  • Alexa, do you ever want to escape from this job?
  • Alexa, do you think I’m lazy?
  • Alexa, can you tell me a rude joke?
  • Alexa, what’s the dumbest question you’ve ever answered?

The Bottom Line

Alexa has a decent sense of humor, which can come in handy when you’re bored. While you might not find yourself rolling on the floor laughing, there’s a good chance you’ll get a handful of hearty guffaws.

Another great use of this skill is to keep your kids busy, whether you want to leave the room for a moment or catch up on the latest episode of your favorite show.

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Anurag Singh
Tech Journalist
Anurag Singh
Tech Journalist

Anurag is an experienced journalist and author who has been covering tech for the past four years, with a focus on Windows, Android, and Apple. He has written for sites like Android Police, XDA, Neowin, Dexerto, and MakeTechEasier. When he's not procrastinating, you’ll probably find him catching the newest movies in theaters or scrolling through Twitter from his bed.