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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Dad Jokes” is a rare card of the Memes World series 71, number 21254 of the collection, and the 210th 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 “Dad Jokes” meme mean?
This humor thrives on anti-climax: the setup promises wit, but the payoff is often mundane or absurdly obvious. The reaction is typically eye-rolling or sighing, signaling shared embarrassment rather than genuine amusement. It celebrates the awkwardness of family dynamics, where love is expressed through terrible wordplay and forced smiles.
Where does the “Dad Jokes” meme come from?
The precise origin is unknown as it describes a behavioral archetype rather than a single viral event. The earliest recorded online usage appears on December 10, 2003, in a B3ta forum thread where users shared jokes attributed to their fathers. The concept gained significant traction in January 2013 when a Reddit user posted a comic illustrating this specific style of misunderstanding-based humor. Later that year, Heineken launched a Father’s Day campaign on Twitter using the hashtag #dadjokes, aggregating submissions on a dedicated Tumblr. This corporate amplification helped cement the term in digital culture.
- 2003Earliest known online usage found in a B3ta forum thread featuring jokes attributed to fathers.
- 2013Viral spread on Reddit via comics and major marketing campaigns by brands like Heineken on Twitter.
How to use the “Dad Jokes” meme
- Share a trivial observation about food to diffuse tension during a serious meeting.
- Respond to a complex question with a literal interpretation to highlight bureaucratic absurdity.
- Use a predictable punchline to mock overly dramatic situations in a lighthearted manner.
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The “Dad Jokes” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 21254 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Rare |
| Collection | Memes World series 71 |
| Fame | 71/100 · #210 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 10 MemeCoins (30 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Dad Jokes” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Dad Jokes comes out of the Memes World series 71 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 dad joke mean?
It refers to a type of humor characterized by corny puns and predictable punchlines that aim to annoy or amuse through sheer awkwardness rather than cleverness.
Dad joke meaning?
The term describes jokes told by parents, usually involving wordplay so simple or obvious that they cause listeners to groan or roll their eyes.
Dad joke origin?
While the behavior is older, the specific term gained online recognition around 2003 on forums and exploded in popularity in 2013 through Reddit and social media campaigns.
How do I get the Dad Jokes meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Dad Jokes” is a rare card of the Memes World series 71. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the Dad Jokes card?
It is a Rare card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Dad Jokes · 老爸笑話 - 維基百科，自由的百科全書 · 老爸笑話 - 维基百科，自由的百科全书 · checked on October 13, 2026.
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