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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Sparrow Face” is a common card of the Memes World series 74, number 22064 of the collection, and the 51st 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 “Sparrow Face” meme mean?
The trend conveys innocence, charm, and natural cuteness. By gently relaxing the mouth instead of pursing the lips, camera users aim for an endearing, delicate look. It communicates playful vulnerability while avoiding the aggressive, exaggerated pout long associated with standard social media self-portraits.
Where does the “Sparrow Face” meme come from?
Originating in Japan in 2013, the pose is locally referred to as chun-gao, translating to a chirping face. The trend began after a Japanese teen magazine published a guide detailing how to achieve the look, followed by appearances in television commercials. A Japanese Twitter post documenting the facial expression surfaced on May 17, 2013. Gaming and culture website Kotaku was among the earliest platforms to cover the craze for global readers. By October 2013, English-speaking outlets widely picked up the phenomenon, declaring the style a fresh competitor against the dominant Duck Face on Instagram and Twitter.
- May 17, 2013A Japanese tweet showcases the chun-gao posing style.
- October 2013Western media reports frame the expression as the primary challenger to the Duck Face.
How to use the “Sparrow Face” meme
- Posing for an Instagram portrait with lightly parted lips to appear effortlessly cute.
- Opening one's eyes wide during a selfie session to simulate a naive, gentle expression.
- Swapping out a heavy pout for a subtle bird-like expression in photo shoots.
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The “Sparrow Face” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 22064 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Common |
| Collection | Memes World series 74 |
| Fame | 65/100 · #51 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 5 MemeCoins (15 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Sparrow Face” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Sparrow Face comes out of the Memes World series 74 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
What is the Sparrow Face?
It is a selfie technique where the subject opens their eyes wide and parts their lips slightly, mimicking a little bird.
Where does the Sparrow Face trend come from?
It started in Japan during 2013, where it was called chun-gao and promoted in teen fashion magazines before spreading online.
How is Sparrow Face different from Duck Face?
Unlike Duck Face, which requires tightly pressed and exaggerated pouted lips, Sparrow Face relies on a softer, barely open mouth and an innocent gaze.
How do I get the Sparrow Face meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Sparrow Face” is a common card of the Memes World series 74. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the Sparrow Face card?
It is a Common card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: La moda de los selfies · Terminé la "duck face", place à la "sparrow face" - Grazia · duck lips | Memes · checked on October 16, 2026.
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