Introduction

Memes have become an integral part of internet culture, encapsulating humor, social commentary, and viral trends. A meme is a piece of media that spreads rapidly, often with slight variations, across the internet. Originating from Richard Dawkins' concept in "The Selfish Gene," memes have evolved into a powerful tool for communication and entertainment in the digital age.

Understanding Memes

Definition and Origin Memes are units of cultural information that spread from person to person. The term was coined by Richard Dawkins in 1976, likening the spread of cultural ideas to the spread of genes.

Characteristics of Memes

  • Humor: Memes are often humorous, making them highly shareable.
  • Virality: Memes spread quickly across social media platforms.
  • Relatability: They resonate with common experiences or emotions.
  • Adaptability: Memes can be easily modified to fit various contexts.

Types of Memes

1. Image Macros Image macros are pictures with text overlaid, typically using Impact font. They are one of the most common meme formats.

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4 comments
Toto Animo
Heel goed uitgelegd. Ik wist niet het er zoveel soorten memes waren. Het verbaasde me werkelijk Dacht steeds dat het gewoon een grappige tekening of foto was
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Madeleine
er zijn er nog meer. Er zijn zoveel soorten. Ik ga er tzt nog meer plaatsen hier, complete lijst en uitleg van soorten enz.
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Hans
Eindelijk in begrijpelijke taal uitgelegd.
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Loes
Je hebt tegenwoordig een universitaire studie nodig om op sociale media een succes te worden.
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