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“#AddAWord” meme: meaning, origin and common card

#AddAWord is a viral word game born on Twitter in 2013.

MyMemeCards editorial teamPublished 7 min read
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The “#AddAWord” meme, 2013

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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “#AddAWord” is a common card of the Memes World series 75, number 22293 of the collection, and the 151st best-known meme of its 300 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.

What does the “#AddAWord” meme mean?

This format expresses humor through linguistic deconstruction. By suddenly altering the meaning of a known work, it triggers laughter through the contrast between the original seriousness and the new ridiculous version. It is a playful way to showcase instant creativity and engage with other internet users.

Where does the “#AddAWord” meme come from?

The #AddAWord meme appears on Twitter in 2013. The principle is simple: add a randomly chosen word to a movie, book, or song title. This hashtag categorizes these humorous creations. The exact origin remains unknown as no source cites the initial creator or the precise creation date. The platform allowed its rapid spread via shares and retweets. No major media event triggered this format, but its participatory nature favored its massive adoption by the Twitter community.

How to use the “#AddAWord” meme

  • Add a weird adjective to a cinema classic to surprise your friends.
  • Incorporate a household object into a pop song name to generate immediate laughs.
  • Modify the title of a famous novel with a technical word to create a comedic situation.

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The “#AddAWord” card in MyMemeCards

#AddAWord card
NumberNo. 22293
RarityCommon
CollectionMemes World series 75
Fame59/100 · #151 of 300
Recycle value5 MemeCoins (15 in Shiny)
Rarities of the Memes World series 75: 300 cards
  • Common21371%
  • Rare5418%
  • Epic3110%
  • Legendary20.7%

How to get the “#AddAWord” card

Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; #AddAWord comes out of the Memes World series 75 as a common card. The pack odds say what each rarity weighs.

Your first pack is free and needs no account. After that a new free pack lands every 10 minutes, up to 3 waiting for you. You can also buy the card with MemeCoins on the market, bid for it at auction, or trade it — and a double recycles into 5 MemeCoins.

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Odds per card, averaged over a pack: Common 72%, Rare 23.9%, Epic 3.2%, Legendary 0.56%, Mythic 0.3%, Full Art ≤ 0.1%, Shiny 0.2%. Cards 1 to 3 are always Common, cards 4 and 5 climb the rarities. Rates drop for cards that circulate a lot. Details

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Frequently asked questions

What does #AddAWord mean?

It is a word game consisting of adding a random term to a known title to make it absurd.

#AddAWord origin?

The format appears on Twitter in 2013. The exact author and precise creation date remain unknown from available sources.

How to play #AddAWord?

Choose a famous title, select a random word, combine them, and post the result with the associated hashtag.

How do I get the #AddAWord meme card?

Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “#AddAWord” is a common card of the Memes World series 75. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.

How rare is the #AddAWord card?

It is a Common card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.

Sources: Memes World serie 75: 300 cartas meme | MyMemeCards · Tweet Finder · Popular Searches · checked on October 17, 2026.

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