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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “BRB” is a common card of the Memes World series 73, number 21736 of the collection, and the 120th 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 “BRB” meme mean?
This acronym expresses a temporary and harmless pause. It informs others that you are leaving the keyboard briefly for a quick task but intend to return right away. The underlying emotion is courtesy: you warn people so they don’t feel ignored. It maintains a sense of continuous presence despite physical absence.
Where does the “BRB” meme come from?
The exact origin of BRB is unknown as it predates preserved written records. The earliest documented use appears in an Apple II Development forum post on January 3, 1989, where users employed it to signal temporary departures. Before this, the term was already circulating on networks like GEnie and CompuServe around 1990. It spread widely through IRC, Usenet, and AOL Instant Messenger in the 1990s and 2000s. This abbreviation became integral to real-time chat culture, born from the need to shorten messages to save space and time.
How to use the “BRB” meme
- Use BRB alone to leave a group chat briefly without being rude.
- Add BRB followed by a short reason, such as “BRB, getting water,” to contextualize your departure.
- Reply with BRB to an urgent question to indicate you will be back in seconds.
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The “BRB” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 21736 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Common |
| Collection | Memes World series 73 |
| Fame | 65/100 · #120 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 5 MemeCoins (15 in Shiny) |
How to get the “BRB” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; BRB comes out of the Memes World series 73 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 BRB mean?
BRB is the English abbreviation for “Be right back,” translating to “I’ll be back soon.” It is a standard phrase used to announce a very short absence.
Where did the acronym BRB come from?
The first documented use dates back to January 3, 1989, on an Apple II Development forum. However, it was already in use on networks like GEnie and CompuServe around 1990 before being popularized by IRC and AOL Instant Messenger.
How do you write BRB correctly?
It is usually written in all caps (BRB), sometimes with periods (B.R.B.), though the simple form is most common today. It can stand alone or be followed by a short explanation.
How do I get the BRB meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “BRB” is a common card of the Memes World series 73. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the BRB card?
It is a Common card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: BRB Meaning: What "Be Right Back" Means in Texting & Chat · BRB - Know Your Meme · How Internet Language Has Evolved · checked on October 15, 2026.
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