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“Zuckerberg Note Pass” meme: meaning, origin and epic card

The Zuckerberg Note Pass meme uses a scene from The Social Network.

MyMemeCards editorial teamPublished 8 min read
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The “Zuckerberg Note Pass” meme, 2011

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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Zuckerberg Note Pass” is an epic card of the Memes World series 70, number 20826 of the collection, and the 37th 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 “Zuckerberg Note Pass” meme mean?

This visual expresses anticipation for a revelation or provocative message. Users often juxtapose a mundane or absurd situation with a stoic reaction. It mocks misunderstandings, unexpected confessions, or embarrassing moments where silence or confusion are funnier than words. It is a simple narrative tool to illustrate a comedic contrast between expectation and reality.

Where does the “Zuckerberg Note Pass” meme come from?

The visual comes from the movie The Social Network, released on October 1, 2010. In this lecture scene, Jesse Eisenberg portrays Mark Zuckerberg. A student discreetly passes him a paper. He then reads it with a serious expression before leaving the room. The original note contains a vulgar message addressed to the character. The three-panel format emerged in early 2011. A version titled 'Make a Gorilla Face' appeared on Reddit on March 31, 2011. This template quickly spread via forums like Canv.as and various online humor blogs.

  1. 2010Release of The Social Network showing the source scene.
  2. 2011Initial spread of the template on Reddit and internet forums.

How to use the “Zuckerberg Note Pass” meme

  • Post a picture of your meal with a slight disappointment to illustrate a disappointing dish.

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The “Zuckerberg Note Pass” card in MyMemeCards

Zuckerberg Note Pass card
NumberNo. 20826
RarityEpic
CollectionMemes World series 70
Fame80/100 · #37 of 243
Recycle value20 MemeCoins (60 in Shiny)
Rarities of the Memes World series 70: 243 cards
  • Common197.8%
  • Rare197.8%
  • Epic19580%
  • Legendary62.5%
  • Mythic41.6%

How to get the “Zuckerberg Note Pass” card

Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Zuckerberg Note Pass comes out of the Memes World series 70 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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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 zuckerberg note pass mean?

This meme uses a movie scene to show a hidden message followed by a serious reaction. It serves to create humorous contrasts between what one expects and what actually happens.

Where does the zuckerberg note pass meme come from?

It comes from the movie The Social Network released in 2010. The specific template circulated on the Internet as early as 2011 via Reddit and forums.

Who is jesse eisenberg in this meme?

Jesse Eisenberg plays the role of Mark Zuckerberg in the movie. His facial expression in the scene becomes the focal point of the reaction in the meme.

How do I get the Zuckerberg Note Pass meme card?

Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Zuckerberg Note Pass” is an epic 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 Zuckerberg Note Pass card?

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

Sources: Zuckerberg Note Pass: The Social Network Meme Origin · Zuckerberg Note Pass · Monthly Review: April 2011 · checked on October 11, 2026.

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