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“Little smile Spider-Man” meme: meaning, origin and common card

This meme pairs a smiling Spider-Man image with social awkwardness.

MyMemeCards editorial teamPublished 8 min read
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The “Little smile Spider-Man” meme

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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Little smile Spider-Man” is a common card of the Memes World series 76, number 22632 of the collection, and the 91st best-known meme of its 298 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.

What does the “Little smile Spider-Man” meme mean?

The image conveys sudden embarrassment from an accidental glance. It translates to that polite but nervous reflex smile that pops up when you realize you are staring at someone for no reason. It is the typical reaction to an awkward silence or an unplanned encounter where neither party knows what to do with their eyes.

Where does the “Little smile Spider-Man” meme come from?

Consulted sources indicate that the exact origin of the 'Little smile Spider-Man' meme is unknown. The image likely comes from the 1960s Spider-Man animated series. The first known use as a meme dates to February 5, 2011, on Sharenator, within a compilation of images from that era. While the 'Pointing Spider-Man' meme originates from the episode 'Double Identity' aired on January 13, 1968, no source specifically links this smiling image to a precise episode or named character. Original contextual details remain vague.

  1. 1968Airing of the 'Double Identity' episode of the original Spider-Man series, potential visual source.
  2. 2011First known use of the image as a meme on Sharenator on February 5.

How to use the “Little smile Spider-Man” meme

  • Use the image to comment on a situation where you accidentally stared at someone on the street.
  • Share the meme when you make eye contact with a colleague at work without knowing what to say.
  • Illustrate your own discomfort during a chance encounter with a neighbor you barely know.

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The “Little smile Spider-Man” card in MyMemeCards

Little smile Spider-Man card
NumberNo. 22632
RarityCommon
CollectionMemes World series 76
Fame50/100 · #91 of 298
Recycle value5 MemeCoins (15 in Shiny)
Suggested by@legrandmonarque
Rarities of the Memes World series 76: 298 cards
  • Common15753%
  • Rare9532%
  • Epic4515%
  • Legendary10.3%

How to get the “Little smile Spider-Man” card

Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Little smile Spider-Man comes out of the Memes World series 76 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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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 is little smile spider-man?

It is a meme using a smiling Spider-Man image to represent social awkwardness. It specifically illustrates the embarrassed smile generated by unexpected eye contact with another person.

Little smile spider-man meaning?

The meaning is one of awkwardness or social discomfort. It captures the instinct to smile politely but nervously when you realize you are looking at someone without reason.

Where does little smile spider-man come from?

The precise origin of this specific image is unknown to documented sources. It first appeared as a meme on Sharenator in February 2011, likely extracted from cartoons of the 60s.

Who is little smile spider-man?

It is not a named character, but an image taken from the Spider-Man franchise. The meme simply uses the hero's facial expression to embody a universal human feeling: embarrassment.

How do I get the Little smile Spider-Man meme card?

Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Little smile Spider-Man” is a common card of the Memes World series 76. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.

How rare is the Little smile Spider-Man card?

It is a Common card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.

Sources: Steal the fun: 'Spider Man' meme points you to laughs – Film Daily · Spider Man’ meme history: From cartoon to viral point · Spider Man Meme | The Ultimate Guide to Web-Slinging Humor & Culture · checked on October 19, 2026.

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