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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Je suis cadre.” is an epic card of the Memes FR pack, number 2705 of the collection, and the 753rd best-known meme of its 3496 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “Je suis cadre.” meme mean?
In the exchange the question is ordinary and the reply takes three words, dropped like a title. The joke leans on the quiet prestige of the French “cadre” status and on what the answer leaves out: you still have no idea what the job is. The mood mixes pride and mockery. Use it to tease a coworker talking about their career, to parody office life, or to answer a question without explaining anything.
Where does the “Je suis cadre.” meme come from?
The meme reuses the simplest exchange possible: “What do you do for a living?” followed by “Je suis cadre.” The joke needs no backstory. In France, “cadre” is an employment status rather than a specific profession, so the answer dodges the question while claiming a rank. The meme thrives on that mismatch and shows up in edits, captions and chats that poke fun at small talk between adults. Anyone can add their own face and tone, which explains its wide spread through screenshots and messages without a single clear birth date.
How to use the “Je suis cadre.” meme
- Answer every question about your job with “je suis cadre”, no details.
- Tease a friend who just got promoted with the line.
- Caption a photo of an open-plan office.
- Reply to “what did you do today?” with a solemn “je suis cadre”.
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The “Je suis cadre.” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 2705 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Epic |
| Collection | Memes FR pack |
| Fame | 50/100 · #753 of 3496 |
| Recycle value | 20 MemeCoins (60 in Shiny) |
| Suggested by | @zurkyz |
How to get the “Je suis cadre.” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Je suis cadre. comes out of the Memes FR pack as an epic 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 20 MemeCoins.
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5 meme cards, one of them at least Rare. One free pack per person.
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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 “je suis cadre” mean?
Literally, the speaker holds a managerial or professional position. In the meme, it is a way to sound important without naming the job.
Does the meme mock executives?
It pokes fun at defining yourself by status. The tone stays light, and people use it about themselves too.
What question comes before it?
“What do you do for a living?”, the standard opener between strangers.
How do I get the Je suis cadre. meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Je suis cadre.” is an epic 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 Je suis cadre. card?
It is an Epic card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
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