What is a meme & what does it mean?

The modern-day definition of a meme is a humorous image, video, piece of text, or GIF that is spread across the internet, typically on social media, and often with slight variations. Memes can be created by anyone and can be about anything, from current events, to mundane tasks, to pop culture references. The length of a meme varies.

How did internet memes become popular in the 21st century?

In the early 21st century, Internet memes, or memes that emerge within the culture of the Internet, gained popularity, bringing renewed interest to the meme concept. Internet memes spread from person to person through imitation, typically by e-mail, social media, and various types of Web sites.

How do I create a meme?

For designing from scratch, try searching "empty" or "blank" templates. Add customizations. Add text, images, stickers, drawings, and spacing using the buttons beside your meme canvas. Create and share. Hit "Generate Meme" and then choose how to share and save your meme.

How do you pronounce a meme?

Now, you might be wondering how to pronounce the word meme. The correct pronunciation is meem (rhymes with dream). The modern-day definition of a meme is a humorous image, video, piece of text, or GIF that is spread across the internet, typically on social media, and often with slight variations.