* Situational: This type of humor arises from the unpredictable and often absurd situations in which the characters find themselves.
* Puns and wordplay: The show is full of clever puns and wordplay, such as when Homer says, "I'm so hungry I could eat at Arby's... twice!"
* Parody and satire: The Simpsons often parodies other TV shows, movies, and pop culture phenomena. For example, in one episode, Homer and Bart are transported to a futuristic world where they meet "Calculon," a robot actor based on Calculon, a character from Battlestar Galactica.
* Irony: The Simpsons also uses irony for comedic effect. For example, in one episode, Lisa is horrified to learn that her favorite TV show, "Happy Little Elves," is actually produced by sweatshop workers in a developing country.
* Character quirks: Each of the main characters in The Simpsons has their own unique personality quirks, which often lead to humorous situations. For example, Homer is a glutton, Bart is a troublemaker, Lisa is a precocious overachiever, and Maggie is a mischievous baby.
* Self-referential humor: The show often references itself, making jokes about its own characters and storylines. For example, in one episode, Homer says, "I'm so tired I could sleep for 24 hours... or at least until the next commercial."
* Dark humor: The Simpsons also occasionally uses dark humor, such as when Homer accidentally kills Bart's pet hamster.