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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Salty” is an epic card of the Memes World series 75, number 22433 of the collection, and the 20th 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 “Salty” meme mean?
Being salty means feeling a mix of annoyance and bitterness following a virtual humiliation. This emotion usually arises when an opponent loses to a more skilled rival and cannot accept defeat with grace. The feeling evokes leaving a bitter taste in one’s mouth, symbolizing lingering resentment towards the winner or game conditions.
Where does the “Salty” meme come from?
The English word *salty* has a complex linguistic history predating the digital era. As early as 1938, the American slang sense of 'angry' or 'irritated' is attested, notably through the expression *jump salty*, meaning to suddenly get angry. Earlier uses linked to sailor slang are sometimes mentioned but do not prove they are the direct origin of the modern term used in video games. In the gaming context, the word became established to qualify a player upset or frustrated after a loss. It spread gradually within fighting game and MOBA communities before reaching forums, multiplayer chats, and streaming platforms, without an identified initial author or precise creation date.
How to use the “Salty” meme
- Use this term to mock an opponent who complains excessively after losing an important match.
- Employ it to describe your own state of mind when you feel legitimate bitterness following an injustice in-game.
- Use it to qualify someone whose reaction after a defeat clearly betrays their frustration and lack of sportsmanship.
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The “Salty” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 22433 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Epic |
| Collection | Memes World series 75 |
| Fame | 77/100 · #20 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 20 MemeCoins (60 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Salty” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Salty comes out of the Memes World series 75 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 salty mean in video games?
It means being upset, bitter, or frustrated after a loss. It describes a player who reacts poorly to failure.
Origin of the word salty gamer?
The term comes from American slang attested as early as 1938 to mean anger. Its specific gaming usage has no known exact date.
How to use salty correctly?
It is used as an adjective to qualify someone who expresses rage or resentment after being beaten by an opponent.
How do I get the Salty meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Salty” is an epic card of the Memes World series 75. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the Salty card?
It is an Epic card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: meme.com › memes › saltySalty Meme: Origin, Meaning & Gaming Slang History · Salty - Know Your Meme · 🧂 Salt Emoji | eeemoji · checked on October 18, 2026.
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