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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Boop” is a rare card of the Memes World series 72, number 21430 of the collection, and the 72nd 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 “Boop” meme mean?
This term expresses tender, joyful affection. It turns a physical gesture into a virtual act of softness. Users employ it to highlight the adorableness of a subject, whether human, animal, or fictional. The underlying emotion is immediate benevolence, often accompanied by a protective feeling towards what is deemed too cute to resist such a digital caress.
Where does the “Boop” meme come from?
The exact origin of the word remains unknown, but 1992 marks a key cultural reference. In the *The Simpsons* episode *Lisa’s First Word*, Bart places a stamp on baby Lisa’s nose, accompanied by a sound effect resembling "boop." While this did not create the internet meme directly, it anchored the visual association. The term appeared on Urban Dictionary in April 2003. The modern visual form emerged in late 2010 when Doug Mahugh posted the photo *Love Tap* on Flickr, later sharing it on Facebook with the caption "You booped him!", popularizing the illustrated usage.
- 1992The Simpsons episode shows a similar nose gesture, reinforcing the cultural association.
- 2003The first known definition of the word appears on Urban Dictionary.
- 2010Doug Mahugh’s photo *Love Tap* popularizes the visual form of the meme on social media.
How to use the “Boop” meme
- Caption a cat photo with "boop" under its snout to emphasize its cuteness.
- Describe a friendly interaction between two fictional characters using the verb as the main action.
- Incorporate the term into My Little Pony fan art to highlight affection between the ponies.
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The “Boop” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 21430 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Rare |
| Collection | Memes World series 72 |
| Fame | 69/100 · #72 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 10 MemeCoins (30 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Boop” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Boop comes out of the Memes World series 72 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 does boop mean?
It is an onomatopoeia describing the act of gently touching someone's nose or snout with a finger or nose tip.
Boop meme origin?
The gesture recalls a 1992 Simpsons scene, but the modern visual meme comes from a Flickr photo posted by Doug Mahugh in 2010.
Why boop the snoot?
This viral expression associates nose-tapping with intense affection, often used for cute animals.
Boop my little pony?
The fan community widely uses this term to describe tender interactions between the series' characters.
How do I get the Boop meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Boop” is a rare card of the Memes World series 72. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the Boop card?
It is a Rare card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Boop - Know Your Meme · When did we all agree that the sound of poking an animal or child on the nose is "Boop"? · Boop the snoot – Meaning, Origin, Usage - DigitalCultures · checked on October 13, 2026.
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