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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Press A To Pound” is a rare card of the Memes World series 71, number 21276 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 “Press A To Pound” meme mean?
This meme highlights the comedic absurdity of accidental double entendres in global media. It reflects how internet culture quickly reinterprets benign instructions through a lens of adult humor, creating a stark contrast between intended innocence and perceived vulgarity. Users employ it to mock linguistic quirks or celebrate the community’s ability to find mischief in mundane digital interactions. The tone is playful, relying on shock value mixed with nostalgia for early 2010s gaming culture.
Where does the “Press A To Pound” meme come from?
The meme originates from the video game Pokémon Sun and Moon, released globally on November 18, 2016, for the Nintendo 3DS. The specific scene involves Mallow, the Island Challenge Captain on Melemele Island. After the player collects four ingredients in the jungle, the game interface instructs them to press button A to “pound the ingredients.” While this clearly means to crush or mash food in context, the English verb “pound” carries a secondary, vulgar sexual connotation. This linguistic ambiguity was immediately seized upon by online communities. Screenshots of the dialogue spread across platforms like 4chan and Reddit, where users added lewd captions. Although the exact creation date is unknown, the meme gained traction during the summer of 2016 alongside other viral trends. It exemplifies how localized game text can become a universal joke when interpreted out of its original educational context.
- 18 November 2016Global release of Pokémon Sun and Moon on Nintendo 3DS.
How to use the “Press A To Pound” meme
- Share a screenshot of a confusing game instruction to highlight accidental innuendos.
- React to a situation where a harmless statement is misinterpreted as inappropriate.
- Comment on translation errors or ambiguous phrasing in international media releases.
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The “Press A To Pound” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 21276 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Rare |
| Collection | Memes World series 71 |
| Fame | 71/100 · #210 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 10 MemeCoins (30 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Press A To Pound” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Press A To Pound 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 Press A To Pound mean?
It refers to a line from Pokémon Sun and Moon. The phrase 'pound the ingredients' is jokingly interpreted as having a sexual meaning due to the word 'pound'.
Who is Mallow in Pokemon?
Mallow is the Island Challenge Captain on Melemele Island. She guides players to gather ingredients for their quests in the game.
Why is Press A To Pound funny?
The humor comes from the contrast between the innocent action of crushing food and the slang meaning of 'pound,' which implies vigorous sexual activity.
Where did the Press A To Pound meme come from?
It originated from the 2016 game Pokémon Sun and Moon. Players noticed the ambiguous English text and shared screenshots online, sparking the trend.
How do I get the Press A To Pound meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Press A To Pound” 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 Press A To Pound card?
It is a Rare card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Daily Dot having a slow news days with hilarious results · Pokémon Sun and Moon / YMMV - TV Tropes · Press A To Pound Meme: Origin & Meaning · checked on October 13, 2026.
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