10 Amazing Engrish Fails

3. Fire Extinguisher Or Hand Grenade?

Rsz Fire Extinguisher 2 The number 3 spot goes to yet another genius translation mistake. How the sign maker could confuse "Fire Extinguisher" with "Hand Grenade" is beyond us. The two names are not even remotely related. When looking at this picture, we can't help but imagine a regiment of deeply confused military types pulling the safety pins out of fire extinguishers before lobbing them at their enemies. Meanwhile, in an apartment complex, the brave residents try to put out a roaring fire by exploding the living s**t out of it. Thankfully, the vast visual difference between fire extinguishers and hand grenades should be enough to clear up any confusion.
 
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