Fiancé’s ‘Work Wife’ Joke Leaves Bride-to-Be in Tears

A woman’s fiancé, Mark, works closely with a female colleague named Megan. They have a professional relationship and don’t interact outside of work. However, during a recent Zoom meeting, their coworkers began referring to them as ‘work wife’ and ‘work husband.’ When someone suggested they ‘renew their vows’ upon returning to the office, Mark played along, leaving his fiancée in tears.

Working from Home

Office Banter Begins ️

‘Work Wife’ and ‘Work Husband’

Playing Along

Confrontation

Just a Joke?

Offensive Term

Demands for Apology

No More ‘Work Spouses’

Embarrassment and Reputation

Sarcastic Response

Time to Reflect

Did She Overreact? ‍♀️

After a tearful confrontation, the woman demanded her fiancé apologize to his coworkers and put an end to the ‘work wife’ jokes. He refused, fearing embarrassment and damage to his reputation. Now, she’s left wondering if she overreacted. Share your thoughts and reactions below.

Overreaction to ‘work wife’ joke leads to ridiculous statement release. ESH

The ‘work wife’ thing is weird but demanding a public apology is overkill

Couple needs to communicate better and work on real issues

Suggestive jokes at work? Use humor to diffuse the situation

Bride-to-be accused of overreacting to ‘work wife’ joke

When is a joke not just a joke? YTA thinks never.

Wedding postponed, joke about ‘work wife’ caused tension, mild YTA.

Commenter calls out OP for being the a**hole fiancé.

Commenter defends ‘work wife’ joke, but others disagree

Commenter calls out OP for overreacting to ‘work wife’ joke.

Office joke causes conflict between fiancé and bride-to-be

Commenter explains why calling someone a “work wife” is common and not romantic. Replies support this and criticize OP’s insecurity.

Commenter calls out OP’s insecurity in ‘work wife’ joke.

Fiancé’s ‘work wife’ joke causes tension, but is it worth it?

Standing up for yourself and your relationship is important

Fiancé’s ‘work wife’ joke makes bride-to-be uncomfortable, NTA for feeling disrespected.

Why ‘work spouse’ jokes can be positive and harmless. YTA.

Calling someone a ‘work wife’ or ‘work husband’ is stupid. ESH.

Suggests couples counseling before wedding due to deeper issues ‍

Bride-to-be accused of being controlling over ‘work wife’ joke

Dealing with a ‘work wife’ and public humiliation. Navigating tricky waters.

NTA, annoying ‘work wife’ joke. Fiancé could talk to HR.

NTA comment and replies discuss the harm of normalizing unprofessional behavior at work.

Fiancé’s inappropriate joke causes hurt, needs to apologize privately.

Fiancé’s ‘work wife’ joke reveals deeper issues in relationship

Commenter accuses bride-to-be of overreacting and being demanding.

Setting boundaries in a relationship is important

Fiancé’s ‘work wife’ joke hurts bride-to-be, NTA for feeling disrespected

Setting boundaries in relationships is important. NTA.

Partner’s lack of respect causing discomfort. NTA.

Setting boundaries at work: NTA’s perspective on ‘work spouse’ culture

Boundaries crossed, but public apology is too much. NTA

Commenter calls out immaturity in bride-to-be’s reaction. ESH.

Partner’s ‘work wife’ joke upsets bride-to-be, comment suggests communication.

Commenter calls out bride-to-be as a bridezilla

Female commenter calls out toxic ‘work wife’ behavior

Lighten up, bride-to-be! YTA over-reacted to harmless joke.

Fiancé’s ‘work wife’ joke causes tension at work, ESH.

Commenter calls out disrespectful behavior and cheating normalization

Bride-to-be feels hurt by fiancé’s joke, is she overreacting?

Commenter calls out bride-to-be for being overly emotional and controlling

Demanding a public apology for a ‘work wife’ joke

Setting boundaries at work is important for a healthy relationship

Respect is key . NTA, it’s important to communicate boundaries.

Commenter suggests groom-to-be should address ‘work wife’ joke privately.

Defending ‘work wife’ and suggesting a compromise.

Is having a ‘work spouse’ harmless office culture?

Commenter doubts ‘work wife/husband’ relationships and supports bride-to-be.

Bride-to-be accused of overreacting to ‘work wife’ joke. Reasonable compromise suggested.

Setting boundaries in relationships is important.

Don’t let a joke ruin your reputation. Let it go

Red flag alert! NTA, he’s emotionally cheating with her.

Setting boundaries with work spouse to avoid wedding cancellation

Bride-to-be demands apology from fiancé’s work wife, but is she overreacting?

Commenter justifies bride-to-be’s reaction to ‘work wife’ joke

NTA commenter suggests getting a ‘work husband’ to prove a point

Fiancé’s ‘work wife’ joke causes tension. OP and fiancé both at fault.

The infamous ‘Megan’ strikes again. NTA for overreacting.