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Der Schenkelklopfer
Der Schenkelklopfer is a broad, obvious joke that gets a big laugh from an undemanding audience. Nearly always derogatory, paired with billig or platt. Do not use it to praise a joke.
Examples in context
Der Gag war ein billiger Schenkelklopfer.
The gag was a cheap knee-slapper.
Sein Publikum liebt platte Schenkelklopfer.
His audience loves crude knee-slappers.
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