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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “That Is Mahogany” is a rare card of the Memes World series 70, number 20998 of the collection, and the 203rd best-known meme of its 243 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “That Is Mahogany” meme mean?
The phrase highlights a harsh judgment on poor aesthetics. It mocks things that are visually disastrous, kitschy, or simply ugly. The humor stems from the contrast between the dramatic delivery and the trivial object being criticized. People use it to sarcastically label bad fashion choices, decor, or products. It is an elegant way to say something looks terrible.
Where does the “That Is Mahogany” meme come from?
The line comes from the 2012 film The Hunger Games. In this scene, Effie Trinket, played by Elizabeth Banks, strikes a table with a knife stuck in Haymitch’s fingers. She worries about the damaged mahogany surface rather than the immediate danger. This dialogue does not appear in Suzanne Collins’ original novel. It was added specifically for the screenplay. A GIF of the scene with this caption circulated on Tumblr in March 2012. Jennifer Lawrence also mimicked the line before the film’s release. Viral popularity grew through these online shares.
- March 23, 2012Release of The Hunger Games film in theaters.
- April 6, 2012A video of Jennifer Lawrence mimicking the line exceeds 53,000 views on YouTube.
How to use the “That Is Mahogany” meme
- Use this image to comment on a particularly poorly coordinated outfit.
- Add the caption under a photo of a kitsch and dated interior design.
- Employ it to critique a product advertisement with questionable taste.
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The “That Is Mahogany” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 20998 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Rare |
| Collection | Memes World series 70 |
| Fame | 75/100 · #203 of 243 |
| Recycle value | 10 MemeCoins (30 in Shiny) |
How to get the “That Is Mahogany” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; That Is Mahogany comes out of the Memes World series 70 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 that is mahogany mean?
This phrase judges poor taste severely. It mocks ugly or tacky aesthetics using a quote from The Hunger Games movie.
Who said that is mahogany hunger games?
The character Effie Trinket, played by Elizabeth Banks, says this line in The Hunger Games film.
That is mahogany origin?
The quote originates from The Hunger Games movie (2012). It does not exist in the book but was written for the script.
How do I get the That Is Mahogany meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “That Is Mahogany” is a rare card of the Memes World series 70. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the That Is Mahogany card?
It is a Rare card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: That Is Mahogany | Know Your Meme · DBZAbridged - Mahogany | That Is Mahogany · Hitler's reaction to katniss when she hit the mahogany table with a knife :) | That Is Mahogany · checked on October 11, 2026.
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