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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Les calculs sont pas bons” is an epic card of the Memes FR pack, number 5517 of the collection, and the 753rd best-known meme of its 3498 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “Les calculs sont pas bons” meme mean?
The phrase points to a mismatch between what someone is spending and the lifestyle they expect. It is used jokingly to challenge a budget, plan, or line of reasoning that seems inadequate. The demand for ceiling molding adds an intentionally over-the-top touch of luxury: it signals extravagant expectations rather than a serious decorating plan.
Where does the “Les calculs sont pas bons” meme come from?
The meme comes from a comedy video Inès Reg posted to Instagram on August 21, 2019. She stages a couple’s argument with her husband and co-writer, Kevin Debonne. In the sketch, she complains that he wants to take her to McDonald’s instead of a “real” restaurant, then says the calculations do not add up and asks for ceiling molding. The video did not come from a television show; it was posted on social media and later widely shared, including by Dailymotion. The joke contrasts Kevin’s proposed spending with the luxurious lifestyle Inès expects in the scene. The molding becomes a comic symbol of an unreasonable demand for status and comfort.
- August 21, 2019Inès Reg posts the comedy video on her Instagram account.
How to use the “Les calculs sont pas bons” meme
- Compare a tight vacation budget with the group’s grand plans and say the calculations do not add up.
- React to a disappointing quote by jokingly asking for ceiling molding.
- Call out a plan that promises little comfort while everyone expects luxury.
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The “Les calculs sont pas bons” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 5517 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Epic |
| Collection | Memes FR pack |
| Fame | 50/100 · #753 of 3498 |
| Recycle value | 20 MemeCoins (60 in Shiny) |
| Suggested by | @julotiste |
How to get the “Les calculs sont pas bons” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Les calculs sont pas bons 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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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 “les calculs sont pas bons, Kevin” mean?
It humorously points out that a budget or line of reasoning does not match expectations. In the sketch, the complaint comes with an exaggerated demand for luxury.
Who is Kevin in the meme?
Kevin is Kevin Debonne, Inès Reg’s husband and co-writer. He plays the other half of the staged couple’s argument.
Where did the ceiling molding meme come from?
It comes from a comedy video Inès Reg posted on Instagram on August 21, 2019. The clip later spread across social media, including through Dailymotion.
Why does Inès Reg ask for ceiling molding?
In the sketch, the molding represents an intentionally excessive luxury demand. It makes the gap between the proposed budget and the desired lifestyle part of the joke.
How do I get the Les calculs sont pas bons meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Les calculs sont pas bons” 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 Les calculs sont pas bons card?
It is an Epic card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: INTERVIEW. Inès Reg (Les paillettes, Kévin !) : "Je me sens un peu ... · "Des paillettes dans ma vie, Kévin" : qui est Inès Reg, la comédienne qui a conquis Internet ? · Inès Reg met des paillettes dans notre langue ! · checked on November 4, 2026.
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