Why is it . . .

[DebsyDoo]

Why is it - that when we burp, we are inclined to say - "Oops, pardon me" - or perhaps - "excuse me" - and yet if we happen to 'pass wind' (or, to put it bluntly - Fart) we laugh ?

[Buenchico]

Possibly because a burp is transitory and an apology means that it's 'over and done with'.

Whereas a fart makes its presence known for quite some time. It would be ridiculous to keep saying "Sorry, sorry, sorry,. . " for several minutes until the smell disappeared, so it's easier to try to laugh it off.

Chris

[flip_flop]

Because, and I'll brook no argument on this, farting is funny.

[mibn2cweus]

Well I've been told it tickles . . . don't it?

Butt usually the only one laughing is the one who is exhaling that is, unless there's more to it than just gas

[mischief121]

The queen doesnt fart,or has anybody heard her?

[heathfield]

Excellent, Mibn!

[catcuddler]

i think it depends who you are with.if i farted with people i didnt know well i would b embarrassed but when i am with my partner and i fart i laugh my socks off but still excuse myself.burps just happen but for some reason farts are hilarious.although if i do a huge burp which i am prone to when i am with my partner i laugh too.childish i admit but life cant be all serious :-D

[keyplus90]

These are just social thing. In few countries it is completely other way around.

[imhotep]

Pppppaaarrrrrrpppp!!

Wooops,sorry! Better open the windows me thinks!!

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