This is a funny story...

Meaning

I'm going to share an amusing anecdote.

Examples

• John: I have something to tell you.
• Alice: Oh really? What is it?
• John: <b>This is a funny story...</b> You won't believe what happened!
• Alice: Okay, I'm listening! But is it really that funny? <b>This is a funny story...</b> I hope so!