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“Mathe Ist Ein Arsch” meme: meaning, origin and common card

"Mathe ist ein Arsch" ("math is such a pain") is a comedy song performed by Sandra, a character created by German comedian Freshtorge, real name Torge Oelrich.

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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Mathe Ist Ein Arsch” is a common card of the German Memes pack, number 190 of the collection, and the 150th 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 “Mathe Ist Ein Arsch” meme mean?

The meme is used to jokingly complain about how hard or boring math class feels. People quote it with a sigh after a failed test or a confusing exercise, echoing the comedic exaggeration of the Sandra character. It's a familiar reference among Freshtorge's fans, who enjoy that over-the-top mocking tone toward school.

Where does the “Mathe Ist Ein Arsch” meme come from?

"Mathe ist ein Arsch" is a song performed by Sandra, a comedy character created by German comedian Freshtorge, real name Torge Oelrich, born on 11 September 1988 in Heide, originally from Wesselburen. The Sandra character, a schoolgirl known for her exaggerated dimness, uses the song to theatrically and comically reject mathematics, portrayed as a painful, misunderstood subject. Released as an official music video on YouTube, the song carries the same spirit as Freshtorge's sketches, which use caricature characters to mock everyday school and social situations in Germany.

How to use the “Mathe Ist Ein Arsch” meme

  • People sigh "Mathe ist ein Arsch" after a particularly rough math test.
  • The line comes up as a joke among students to exaggerate how much they hate an exercise.
  • Freshtorge fans quote the song as a direct reference to the Sandra character.

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The “Mathe Ist Ein Arsch” card in MyMemeCards

Mathe ist ein Arsch card
NumberNo. 190
RarityCommon
CollectionGerman Memes pack
Fame50/100 · #150 of 300
Recycle value5 MemeCoins (15 in Shiny)
Rarities of the German Memes pack: 300 cards
  • Common15150%
  • Rare11137%
  • Epic268.7%
  • Legendary93.0%
  • Mythic31.0%

How to get the “Mathe Ist Ein Arsch” card

Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Mathe Ist Ein Arsch comes out of the German Memes pack 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

Where does Mathe ist ein Arsch come from?

It's a song by the character Sandra, created by German comedian Freshtorge, real name Torge Oelrich.

What does Mathe ist ein Arsch mean?

Literally "math is such a pain", a familiar way of saying the subject is hated.

Who is Freshtorge?

Freshtorge, real name Torge Oelrich, born on 11 September 1988 in Heide, is a German comedian known for his caricature characters.

Why did this song become a meme?

Because it exaggerates, in a comedic way, a feeling many students share about math class.

How do I get the Mathe Ist Ein Arsch meme card?

Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Mathe Ist Ein Arsch” is a common card of the German Memes 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 Mathe Ist Ein Arsch card?

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

Sources: Sandra - Mathe ist ein Arsch (Official Music Video) · checked on October 30, 2026.

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