Humorous is the correct spelling of the adjective that means something is funny.
Humourous is incorrect and should not be used in English.
Humourous or Humorous in Canada and the U.K
Humorous is the correct spelling all around the world even for Canadians and Brits.
Even though the word “humour”(or humor) is spelled differently in different places, “Humorous” is always spelled the same way.
Ah yes, he always tells humorous jokes.
When to use “humorous”?
Humorous is an adjective that means something is funny. It is more formal than the word “funny” and is often used to describe contexts that are more formal.
Humourous, Humorous, or Humerus Bone?
The “Humerus” bone connects the shoulder to the elbow.
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