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Humorous Text Dataset
Entertainment & Media Consumption
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About
This dataset provides a collection of short, humorous jokes, serving as a valuable resource for various applications. Its primary purpose is to facilitate natural language processing (NLP) tasks, such as sentiment analysis, the development of joke generation algorithms, and the study of humour patterns [1, 2]. Researchers can explore the linguistic features that make these jokes amusing and develop computer models capable of generating similar humorous content [1]. It is also suitable for general entertainment purposes and machine learning projects [1, 2].
Columns
The dataset contains a single column:
- text: This column holds the actual content of each short joke [1, 2]. It contains 231,657 unique joke entries [2].
Distribution
The dataset is typically provided as a CSV file, such as
train.csv [2, 3]. While specific row counts are not explicitly stated, the 'text' column contains 231,657 unique values, indicating a substantial number of records [2]. No information regarding dates is available within the dataset, meaning temporal analysis or date-based insights are not feasible [1].Usage
This dataset is ideal for a variety of applications and use cases:
- Natural Language Processing (NLP): Training models for sentiment analysis, joke generation, and understanding humour from written text [1].
- Humour Analysis: Analysing different types of humour, identifying patterns, and understanding comedic techniques [1].
- Machine Learning Projects: Building models for humour classification (predicting if text is funny) or generating new jokes based on learned patterns [1].
- Research: Linguists and researchers can gain insights into the structure, wordplay, and sociocultural aspects of online comedy culture [1].
- Social Media Analysis: Examining the reception and impact of jokes on platforms like Twitter or Reddit to understand what humour resonates with different online communities [1].
- Entertainment: Simply for personal amusement and quick comedic relief [1, 2].
Coverage
The dataset has a global regional coverage [4]. However, no specific time range or demographic scope is provided, and as noted, temporal analysis is not possible due to the absence of date information [1].
License
CC0
Who Can Use It
This dataset is suitable for a diverse range of users:
- Data Scientists: Those interested in analysing humour patterns and applying NLP techniques [1].
- NLP Researchers and Developers: Individuals looking to build and improve algorithms for detecting or generating funny content [1].
- Linguists: Researchers studying the structure, wordplay, and comedic techniques in short jokes [1].
- Marketers and Social Media Analysts: Professionals seeking to understand trends, engagement, and user reactions to humorous content online [1].
- Individuals: Anyone seeking quick comedic relief or exploring humour as a hobby [1].
Dataset Name Suggestions
- Short Jokes Collection
- Humorous Text Dataset
- Joke Snippets Archive
- Comedy Quips Data
- Punchline Repository
Attributes
Original Data Source: Short Jokes Dataset
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