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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Auguste Legrand” is a rare card of the Memes FR pack, number 4693 of the collection, and the 753rd best-known meme of its 3497 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “Auguste Legrand” meme mean?
The meme is used to gently mock someone who puts on airs or gives themselves a name and posture more impressive than their actual situation. It’s used to highlight an amusing gap between the solemn appearance of a person or moment and how ordinary it actually is.
Where does the “Auguste Legrand” meme come from?
The name “Auguste Legrand” combines a first name with imperial connotations and a surname that literally means “the great,” a combination that creates a comic sense of grandeur just from reading the name. Turned into a collectible card within the community that shares this type of image, this character is used to humorously illustrate any situation where someone presents themselves with more confidence or stature than the situation actually justifies.
How to use the “Auguste Legrand” meme
- Nickname someone “Auguste Legrand” when they put on overly solemn airs.
- Caption a photo where someone poses with disproportionate confidence.
- Joke about your own behavior by borrowing this pompous name.
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The “Auguste Legrand” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 4693 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Rare |
| Collection | Memes FR pack |
| Fame | 50/100 · #753 of 3497 |
| Recycle value | 10 MemeCoins (30 in Shiny) |
| Suggested by | @bedu972 |
How to get the “Auguste Legrand” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Auguste Legrand comes out of the Memes FR pack as a rare 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 10 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 is the Auguste Legrand meme?
It’s a collectible card built around a character whose pompous name creates a comic effect by contrast with an ordinary situation.
Why is this name funny?
Because it combines a first name with imperial connotations and a surname meaning “the great,” creating comic grandeur before the image is even seen.
How is this meme used?
It’s used to gently mock someone who gives themselves airs more impressive than their actual situation.
Does this name refer to a specific historical figure?
No, it’s a word combination chosen for its comic effect, with no direct link to an identified historical figure.
How do I get the Auguste Legrand meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Auguste Legrand” is a rare card of the Memes FR pack. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the Auguste Legrand card?
It is a Rare card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Auguste (prénom) — Wikipédia · checked on October 30, 2026.
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