A comedian specializes in making people laugh. Comedians use various techniques, such as jokes, stories, observational humor, wit, satire, and physical comedy, to entertain audiences. Their goal is to elicit laughter and amusement through their performances, often in the form of stand-up comedy, comedic acting, improvisation, or comedic writing. Comedians rely on their comedic timing, delivery, and a keen understanding of what is funny and relatable to engage with audiences and create a humorous atmosphere.