Entity: MURPHYS-LAW
Murphy's Law is the concept that anything that can go wrong will go wrong, often used humorously to explain unexpected mishaps.
Murphy's Law
Etymology
The term 'Murphy's Law' is derived from the idea that if anything can go wrong, it will. It is often used to explain unexpected failures or mishaps.
Definition
Murphy's Law is an informal observation that suggests if something can go wrong, it will.
Historical Context
The concept of Murphy's Law has been popularized in various forms, with different cultures having their own versions of the idea.
Cultural Significance
Murphy's Law is often used humorously to explain unexpected events or failures, highlighting the unpredictability of life.
Related Concepts
Similar concepts include Sod's Law in British English, which conveys the same idea that whatever can go wrong, will go wrong.
See Also
- Sod's Law
- Law of Unintended Consequences
An informal observation that suggests if something can go wrong, it will.