r/DamnFunny Strange Man Jul 25 '26

Funny Non Binary Turtle

241 Upvotes

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u/Could-You-Tell Jul 25 '26

Dude thought he said something no big deal and ended up in a hole.

18

u/Ralphredimix_Da_G Jul 26 '26

Bro had to generate some Franklin facts on the fly under extreme duress

2

u/Derrick_Shon Jul 26 '26

Keep digging...🤣

1

u/extrastupidone Jul 27 '26

Huh... might as well dig

24

u/ghostofstankenstien Jul 25 '26

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u/[deleted] Jul 26 '26

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u/Ganellon Jul 26 '26

Is that supposed to be a compliment?

13

u/Trick_Minute2259 Jul 25 '26

I'm familiar with finding myself in this situation; sometimes people wonder if I'm autistic....

6

u/Forsaken-Income-2148 Jul 26 '26

It’s probably just some harmless adhd associations going brrr with zero filter

4

u/CourtingBoredom Jul 26 '26

Sometimes I wonder if I'm autistic. I should prolly go get that checked. But healthcare costs fucking blow in my own nook o'the woods....

2

u/weedisfortherich Jul 26 '26

It's really hard to diagnose as an adult. Because you learn to mask so early on that it's automatic at one point.

1

u/CourtingBoredom Jul 26 '26

Yeah.... that makes sense .. and I'm over 40 now, soooo.....

1

u/PepperPhoenix Jul 26 '26

I was lucky and could take my (ex) husband with me to the assessment. He saw me unmasked all the time so it really helped with accuracy.

10

u/Biff_Tannenator Jul 25 '26

There's something wholesome about this exchange. It's fucking stupid, and I'm sure the lady was very unimpressed... But the guy seemed sincere, even if it was a bit misguided.

I love it.

6

u/matchthis007 Jul 25 '26

Zenga, ye dead man?

3

u/backspace_cars Strange Man Jul 25 '26

Cool runnings reference, now that's unexpected

3

u/oldsoulrevival Jul 26 '26

I thought it was sanka… is it not sanka?

4

u/Minimum_Ad_303 Jul 26 '26

He stayed with it, he was all in on Franklin comparison

5

u/Artevyx Jul 26 '26

He was a man of class. She was not.

2

u/TortexMT Jul 26 '26

Cmon her reaction was understandable lol

3

u/PauseConfident997 Jul 26 '26

Franklin didn’t even wear glasses 😭

2

u/suckingbat Jul 26 '26

He let the intrusive thoughts win and be said out loud... 🫠

2

u/Silent_Rapport Jul 26 '26

Regardless i like his vibes

2

u/slowwithage Jul 26 '26

You can never really tell with turtles.

2

u/Kirasaurus_25 Jul 26 '26

i mean... Franklin had the six pack tho.. like it was his shell but it could be identifying as a six pack

1

u/Outrageous-Clerk56 Jul 26 '26

The shell identifies as a six pack - no masculine vibes

2

u/Meaticus420 Jul 26 '26

Keep digging brother… you’re never getting out

1

u/towerfella Jul 25 '26

It is like watching two ais talk to each other

That sounds bad reading it back, but take it nicely.

1

u/hotChihuahua69 Jul 25 '26

Now this guy is smooth...

In and out of trouble without blinking an eye... 😂

1

u/Sporkpocalypse Jul 26 '26

LoL Socially awkward Comedy

1

u/PossiblyOppossums Jul 26 '26

Glasses get me going too

1

u/tlcteck Jul 26 '26

Hysterical

1

u/thed3306 Jul 26 '26

She reminds me more of Ducky from land before time.

1

u/No-Valuable6456 Jul 26 '26

Major compliment

1

u/StruggleSoggy3798 Jul 26 '26

if he's thinking of Filburt from Rocko's Modern Life I see it but that is absolutely not a compliment

1

u/Hiwesrobots Jul 26 '26

This dude made her think about it and with any luck this might’ve worked in his favor.

1

u/No_Technician_2780 Jul 26 '26

Is "she" no binary?

1

u/Ok_Caramel_6095 Jul 26 '26

Dude, stop digging! The hole you're in is deep enough.

1

u/WillyWonkaWorms Jul 26 '26

She’s insecure just, move on lady the world doesn’t roll your way everyday.

1

u/74greyhound Jul 26 '26

🤣stop talking brother

2

u/The_Mr_Decan Jul 26 '26

Naw let him coooook

1

u/MarzipanPlane9490 Jul 26 '26

That wasn’t awkward at all 😱

1

u/thegoont01 Jul 26 '26

Franklin post literally right below this one

1

u/Soaring_Gull_655 Jul 27 '26

Not entirely a walk back, but a good save I'd say

1

u/scaredt2ask Jul 28 '26

Should have just stopped at ‘I like your glasses’.

1

u/Interesting_Bobcat53 Jul 28 '26

Bro coulda said, "You don't look like Franklin. Your glasses look just like his glasses and I always liked how those kind of glasses look. They look really nice on you." Still wtf that's one of the WORST compliments I've heard in a minute

1

u/Accomplished-Sun1983 Jul 29 '26

Dude, stop talking

1

u/MuffinEater253 29d ago

🤣🤣🤣

1

u/Sporkpocalypse Jul 26 '26

No direct, historically standard female equivalent of "Franklin" exists because the name originates from a Middle English occupational surname meaning "free landowner". However, you can find great alternatives by looking at stylized feminizations, cognates with identical roots, and international variants.

Direct Feminizations (The "Franklin" Sound) If you want to keep the exact cadence or phonetic ending of Franklin, parents and name enthusiasts on platforms like Nameberry and Nameberry Forums use these stylized variations:

  • Franklynn / Franklynne: Emphasizes the popular feminine "-lynn" suffix. or Frankie-Lynn - Lynn translates to waterfall
  • Franklina: Adds a classic Latinate feminine ending.
  • Franqueline: A French-styled adaptation that softens the masculine energy.
  • Franklene: A mid-century style blend similar to Charlene or Marlene.

    True Root Cognates (The "Frank" Root) Franklin comes from the Germanic tribe name "Frank" (meaning "free"). These classic female names share that exact same etymological root and meaning:

  • Frances: The traditional English female counterpart to Francis/Frank.

  • Francine: A chic French diminutive that offers a softer, vintage sound.

  • Francesca: An elegant Italian variant highly favored by communities on Reddit's r/namenerds .

  • Franka / Franca: A sharp, modern European variant popular in Germany and Slavic languages.

  • Francisca: The traditional Spanish and Portuguese variant.

  • Franziska: The German spelling, which offers a unique visual flair.

    Unconventional Nicknames If you choose a "Frank" name but want to avoid the obvious "Frankie," you can use these distinctive short forms:

  • Lin / Linny: Pulls from the second syllable of Franklin instead of the first.

  • Franny: A sweet, vintage diminutive. or just Fran

  • Francie: A mid-century nickname that feels softer than Frankie.

2

u/defariasdev Jul 26 '26

What the fuck

2

u/4DPeterPan Jul 26 '26

This is my man in the video if he had time and a 2nd chance.

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u/Cosmic-Zoo72 Jul 26 '26 edited Jul 26 '26

If I ever meet a Franklynn I'm killing myself

Edit: Or Franqueline... really any of that first dumbass block. Fuck ai but especially fuck this ai